Lesson 5

Preferences of the Technology Generation

Text vs Visuals

The technology or digital generation has a greater affinity to visuals compared with text.

Linear vs Hypermedia

The new generation follows a personal random access to hyperlinked digital information.

Independent vs Social Learner

New generation are already acquainted with digital tools that adapt to both with personal and participative work.

Learning to Do vs Learning to Pass the Test

The digital learners simply wish to acquire skills, knowledge, and habits

Delayed Rewards vs Instant Gratification

The digital learners experience more gratification through immediate scores from games, enjoyable conversation from webcam calls, excitement from email, and inviting comments from facebook friends.

Rote Memory vs Fun Learning

Digital learners prefer fun learning