Supporting or Limiting Technological Developments

The video discusses the role of technology in communities, highlighting both its ubiquity and the concerns it raises. It emphasizes the importance of community involvement in technological decisions, using examples like video surveillance and traffic light cameras to illustrate how community opinions can support or limit technological advances. The video concludes by stressing the significance of understanding these dynamics for community development.

What is one of the main roles of technology in community settings?

• To increase costs

• To enhance efficiency and engagement

• To serve as a decorative element

• To replace human interaction

How do community leaders help in the decision-making process regarding technology?

• By focusing only on economic benefits

• By ignoring public opinion

• By providing platforms for citizens to express their views

• By making decisions without consultation

What was the community's concern about installing a video surveillance system in the park?

• It would require too much maintenance

• It would not be effective

• It might invade privacy

• It would be too expensive

What is a potential benefit of traffic light cameras according to community leaders?

• To eliminate the need for police officers

• To reduce the number of traffic lights

• To prevent accidents and protect citizens

• To increase traffic congestion

What might community leaders do if there is disagreement about a technological advancement?

• Proceed if they believe it protects citizens

• Focus only on financial gains

• Abandon the project entirely

• Ignore all community feedback