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Technological Literacy Narrative I started reading and writing when I was 5 years old
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Technological Literacy Narrative I started reading and writing when I was 5 years old. I really loved to read and my first books that I read were Babysitters’ Little Sisters which were my favorites. When I was in fourth grade, I had started to read Harry Potter books and several other long novels. I came to realize that the much reading that I did at home played a very significant role in my literacy skills because I became a better writer, speller, and reader in my entire class.
I remember the time when I was in second grade and there was a spelling bee and my better literacy skills enabled me to win the contest in the class, which was about the word in question. I always loved Language Arts since during my free time at home, I used to write and read my own stories. The first creative writing experience that I had was the time when I was in elementary school, a time when I used to write my own stories. When I was 5 years old, I had the first experience with the interaction with computers. This was the time when I used to play computer games, a move that later made a significant influence on my spelling, writing, and reading skills.
During school times, I employed the use of computer labs in learning lessons and in writing stories. I had quite vast experience with the use of the computer and I had gained knowledge on the use of computers in typing and navigation of most of the applications of the computer which include the use of Microsoft word, connect, paint and even an internet connection. My experience in computers was based on the fact my father is an individual who has a lot of interest in matters concerning technology and a computer was always within my reach when I was at home. Consequently, I grew up in an environment where technological advances were followed and this made me to learn about how to keep tract with the continuously increasing technological advances.
It made me realize the ways in which technology can be interesting, fun, and helpful. When I had attained the seventh period reading class, I started to read fiction novels on a daily basis. I used to take computerized accelerated reader tests on most of the books that I used to read and I used to base the points earned on the choice of the special incentives that I could take. The use of Accelerated reader tests played a very significant role in my reading ability because it always made me to focus, mostly on parts of the reading where the tests were to be tested. In ninth grade, it was a time when my social skills were becoming to widen up and I learnt about the MySpace.
This took over as the primary form that I employed in most of the communication with my friends. This revolutionized my communication with my friends because the comments made could be visible to any person who could log into the page. My then newly developed interest in social networking made me to spend much of my time in MySpace since I was always writing comments on the pages on my friends whenever I had any free time. This brought some improvement in my literacy skills since it challenged me to stop the use of phrases and shortened words. The more I interacted with the social site improved several things about me because I leant the best ways through which I could create my profile to give a true reflection of the way I am.
The other social media sites that I learnt to use include AOL Instant Messenger, which was the first social media site for me to learn about. This site played a significant role in my literacy skills because it led to an improvement in my communication skill, computer skills, and my general reading and writing skills. Through this site, I learnt some of the commonly used social site words such as “omg” and “lol” that I still use up to the present day in social media messaging. The AOL instant messenger soon became my primary messaging means and I soon started using email as a primary means through which I was using in communicating with my classmates, teachers, and parents. The use of emails greatly improved my literacy because most of the mails that I used to address to my teachers were formal emails and replaced the normal informal dialogues that I had earlier on been used to in communicating with classmates and friends.
It was in 2011 when I first got a Smartphone. The acquisition of the Smartphone brought so many changes in the ways that I could communicate. Initially, my phone was not interned accessible, but the Smartphone changed that state. The Smartphone is internet enabled and has several types of apps. My Smartphone functions for several roles, which include Facebook, Instagram, texting, and Twitter.
Smartphone was such a new exposure to technology for me because in the learning of the several aspects of the phone, I gain quite a lot of things concerning technology. It also led to a great improvement in my literacy since to the present; I have the ability of typing using a full keyboard that has spell-check and auto correct functions. I could listen to the music of my choice and also searched for the quotes that had a connection with the things that I value about life. After I had known much about the computer, my new area of concentration involved the exploration of the internet. The internet took much of my time because I learned ways of communicating with my friends who could be far away from home either studying or working.
This involved social media such as Facebook and the use of Skype, the one form of communication that I always employ in communicating with my friends and family that are very far away from home, who normally takes long before we physically meet. All these came to be after I got my laptop when I was in high school and this improved my literacy skill because I could now type quickly, store most of my notes on my laptop, and improved my multitasking capabilities. Generally, ever since I started to learn on literacy skills when I was 5 years old, there have been tremendous improvements in my literacy skills, which have been majorly influenced by the tremendous improvement in technology, which has revolutionized the ways in which people read, write, and also communicate in their day to day interactions.
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The development of literacy skills in the context of technological advancements has been profound, shaping both the way individuals learn and communicate. From early childhood, exposure to reading and writing was facilitated by various digital tools and environments, which have continually evolved, enhancing literacy capabilities across generations. This narrative explores the personal journey of developing technological literacy, emphasizing how different digital platforms and tools have contributed to improved reading, writing, and communication skills over time.
My initial encounter with literacy was through traditional reading and writing at the age of five, with children's books like "Babysitters’ Little Sisters" igniting my love for reading. Early engagement with books fostered critical cognitive skills, informed my vocabulary, and established a foundation for more advanced literacy. As I progressed through elementary school, my interest in language arts deepened, and my competitive spirit was demonstrated when I won a spelling bee, an achievement rooted in my burgeoning literacy skills. The environment at home, where my father’s interest in technology ensured access to computers, significantly influenced my early technological exposure.
From the outset, I used computers for entertainment such as playing games, but this exposure soon translated into educational benefits. During school, I explored computer labs, gaining skills in typing, navigating applications like Microsoft Word, Paint, and connecting to the internet. These experiences improved my digital literacy and comprehension of technology’s role in education. The pervasiveness of technology in my home and school environment fostered a familiarity with digital tools, which became instrumental in my literacy development.
As my reading skills advanced, I engaged with fiction novels using computer-based reading programs such as Accelerated Reader, which provided immediate feedback through quizzes and incentivized reading. This system increased my focus, comprehension, and motivation to read extensively. My social skills expanded during ninth grade with the advent of MySpace, which transformed my communication with friends. The platform encouraged me to communicate more clearly and thoughtfully, reducing the use of shorthand language and fostering a more refined written expression.
Similarly, AOL Instant Messenger introduced me to real-time online communication, where I learned social media vernacular like "OMG" and "LOL," which are still used today. These interactions improved my digital literacy and expanded my vocabulary. Transitioning to formal email communication with teachers further developed my writing skills, emphasizing clarity, professionalism, and proper tone.
The advent of smartphones in 2011 marked a significant milestone in my technological journey. With internet-enabled smartphones, I gained access to a myriad of applications like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and messaging platforms such as Skype. These tools vastly improved my digital literacy, enabling quick and efficient communication, multimedia sharing, and online information retrieval. The autocorrect and spell-check features enhanced my writing accuracy, and my exploration of the internet fostered independent learning and global connectivity.
Ownership of a laptop in high school extended my digital competence, allowing me to store notes, multitask, and communicate with distant friends and family via Skype. This integration of technology into daily life reinforced my literacy skills, making me more adaptable and resourceful. Overall, my journey demonstrates that continuous exposure to technological tools—not only in educational settings but also in social and personal contexts—has been fundamental in developing my literacy throughout the years.
In conclusion, technological advancements have significantly enriched my literacy skills, transforming my reading, writing, and communication abilities. From elementary reading to sophisticated digital communication, each stage has contributed to a comprehensive literacy development. Embracing new technology consistently opened avenues for learning and self-improvement, underlining the importance of integrating technological literacy into education to prepare individuals for an increasingly digital world.
References
- American Library Association. (2019). Technology in literacy education. Library Trends, 67(3), 215-234.
- Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 61(4), 415-423.