Conform Quote by Sherry Turkle
“We're in partnership with technology, influencing each other in a dance. My loyalties are to our making and shaping technology to conform to our human values; and to confronting the hard job of figuring out what those values are, and how are we're going to get technology to do that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "Reclaiming Conversation", Sherry Turkle, 2015
Turkle emphasizes that technology and humans co‑evolve, urging us to define human values and shape technology accordingly rather than letting it dictate us.
In simple terms: We must guide technology with our values, not be guided by it.
Key Takeaway
Define values, then design technology to serve them.
Themes
technology ethics
human values
co‑evolution
design thinking
digital society
Mood
reflective
forward‑looking
ethical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- education
- policy
- personal habits
- organizational culture
Key Concepts
Value‑centred design
responsible innovation
human‑computer interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- What core values should guide new tech?
- How can you ensure technology reflects those values?
A Different Perspective
Technology may outpace ethical frameworks, causing misalignment.
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