As the digital landscape expands, how important is technology use to student success?
Amarhi Stevenson, Bowie, Maryland
“Technology is becoming very important…I do feel kind of disconnected from my studies because I feel like everything is online. It’s [become] so easy to put less effort in.”
Samiah McWilliams, Brooklyn, New York
“There’s pros and cons because in one way technology is becoming more accessible for our older people, but in another way it’s stifling our creativity as artists and young people.”
Xan Gadsden, Philadelphia
“If we’re talking about technology right now, AI is especially on the rise, and with AI comes incredible opportunities as a studying tool…but it also comes [with] the downfall of critical thinking skills. So as we expand technology, we need to make sure that we are safeguarding and continuing to create an environment that allows for growth creatively..”
Sulaiman Matthew-Wilson, Jersey City, New Jersey
“It’s super important. I think there’s a lot of good and bad that comes with the integration of technology so I think it’s very imperative that we ensure that technology doesn’t replace our learning. I do think it can be used to improve how we learn.”
Araija Dacosta, Houston
“Technology is successful for students because it allows us to do work from anywhere in the world. We also have the opportunity to do things online or on paper. … It’s a very versatile tool and we should be glad that it’s here for us to use.”
Compiled by Draia Shelton
