TED Talk: 10 top time-saving tech tips

Pogue, D. (2017). 10 top time-saving tech tips. Ted.com. Retrieved 1 April 2017, from https://www.ted.com/talks/david_pogue_10_top_time_saving_tech_tips?utm_source=tedcomshare&utm_medium=r

Summary

Pogue quickly shows viewers some ways to save time with technological shortcuts or tips in his 5 minute TED Talk.  In the beginning he discusses how we need time, lessons, and certificates for anything important, i.e. driver’s license, marriage certificates.  However, one thing that is just as important, but instead is simply handed to you, is technology.  Everyone is given technology devices and expected to figure out how to use them on their own.  Many people, including young students who have had devices with them since they were young, do not know how to most effectively use them.  So would it be appropriate for citizens to take technology more seriously and require technology classes or licenses?

Reflect…"What is one time saving tech - nique you have found or learned"

All of the time-saving tech tips were very helpful.   I think it would be very beneficial for my middle grade students to watch the video and learn these techniques since most of them have very poor skills for using computers and devices.  From this TED Talk, some time-saving tips that I learned included using the space bar and shift button to scroll on web pages, using Google for unit conversions, and the black and white out screen for presentations.  Another tip that I like to use which was not included in the presentation is ctrl + c for copy and ctrl +v for paste.  When I help students with their work, using this instead of a mouse pad helps save a considerable amount of time.