LIB 200 Critical thinking blog

      The kind of science and technology I want to talk about is time travel in the movie Dejavu (staring Denzel Washington.) This movie does not show real science, but it is inspired by scientific possibility, which is what science fiction normally does. I think the science in the movie has been dumbed down for the viewers because it wants to show the "cool" effects. The directors of the movie make the whole time traveling concept appealing by having a ferry filled with crewmen from the USS Nimitz and their families blown up in New Orleans on Mardi Gras. Denzel is then brought in to assist in the massive investigation, and gets attached to an experimental FBI surveillance unit, one that uses spacefolding technology to directly look back a little over four days into the past. While tracking down the bomber, Denzel gets an idea in his head: could they use the device to actually travel back in time and not only prevent the bombing but also the murder of a local woman whose truck was used in the bombing? I believe that by doing this, it grabs the audience's attention. For my chosen imaginiative I believe that it does give me a sense of awe because the movie was amazing. Anyone who I know who has actually seen the movie has given it a great review. The way they use new forms of technology in the movie makes you feel like you are right there at the scene of the investigation. I would have to say that it inspires me because the movie is so mind blowing that it really does start to make you think. Can this possibly be done in the future? Can scientists go back into time to stop future occurances? I know it sounds bizaar but, think about how much of a better place the world could be. I dont think my response to the imaginary text is typical because most people would think that is crazy talk. I see it like this, If we can rewind live Television, and replay it, then why can't we go becak into time and fix things? Technology has taken us so far so I can only imagine where it will take us years from now. I am not sure if most people in The U.S. would have the same reaction as me because everybody has a different mind and way of thinking. What I might think is normal others might think is crazy. I believe that serious science is harder to sell to audiences than science fiction because most people probably won't understand it. People pay more attention to things that they can understand or to things that capture their attention. However, I dont think there is a limit to what kind of science can be ‘popular’ with audiences because as I stated before, everyone has a different opinion on everything. What might capture one person's eye might not catch anothers. One type of science that I can say is popular in this age is networks that help you communicate with people. Almost everyone I know has some kind of webpage whether it be facebook, twitter, or tumblr. These webpages help us give out our opnions on everyday subjects as well as helps us stay connected with one another.

science and humanities

     Hello class. My name is Jennifer Melaik and  I am a liberal arts major here at Laguardia. I graduate after this semester so I plan on going to a four year college after. I am not sure what I am going to take up but, I am leaning more towards social work. I believe I am more of a humanities person because I like working with people.

     I think science is a wonderful thing because it has helped us in so many ways. For example, the internet alone has made it much easier for people to find out news and get work done. Science is also amazing because it has helped us find cures to diseases and helps us save lives. In my opinion science has been a downfall to this economy as well because it has taken away alot of people's jobs. I think that most people in the United States feel the same as I do. I think people have been torn over science and technology. It is bittersweet. We appreciate everything that technology has to offer but, at the same time it is harmful.

      I think science and technology has been a blessing for us. There are many people who I belive are still overwhelmed by technology. My mother is one of them. She is very oldschool. To the point where she can barely use a cell phone. I think that scares people because its something new and they are so used to what theyknow. New things scare people. Science and Technology for others is the best thing ever. There are people depend on technology for everything. This we see everyday with cellphones and computers. People use these gadgets to write papers, communicate with others, look up information, hear news and etc. If a tower happens to be down and they get no signal, they dont know what to do with themseles. These are things people are already accustomed to.

       Personally, I am very greatful for science and technology. The two combined have helped us get so far in life. We are able to do things not that we couldn't before like Skyping, or texting. Even something so simple like getting to a location. We are able to do this because of science and technology. I like technology alot and im very greatful for it but, sometimes I feel like thats all that people know. For example, nobody really talks on the phone anymore. People keep in contact by texting or by going on facebook. Which is where my love for humanities comes in because im a "people" person and I like doing hands on things the old way with paper and pencil. One thing I would say that bothers me the most is when professors ask to hand in the homework or an essay typed. I know this sounds silly but, I rather just write it out myself. I honestly only go on the computer for homework only. Im not one of those people who can be glued on the computer or television for hours.In school I have always had trouble when it came to science classes. Chemistry and Biology have probably been the classes I have struggled the most with. But, English is my strongest subject which explains why I prefer humanities over science.

        I feel like technology has also been a large additon to the number of obese people in America. Kids dont go out and play in the park anymore. Instead, they play video games and burn no calories. So there are good and bad points to technology and science. Some better than others. To me, the cure for diseases has been the most important. It has helped save alot of lives and has healed those in pain.Technology is everywhere around us and I know that we are just going to advance as the years go by. Those who are stuck in their old ways have to break away from that and realize that this is the world that we live in now.