Sherry turkle’s theories about technology and society

• Who is Sher Turl?

  She is an author and lecturer known for her ideas about media technology.
• What is the main focus of Sher Turl's ideas?

  Her ideas focus on media technology and its impact on society.
• In which exam context does the author use Sher Turl's ideas?

  In the CIEE Media Studies A-Level exam.
• What does Turl believe about New Media technology?

  She believes it is replacing human interaction.
• How does Turl describe the impact of technology on communication?

  She argues that we are becoming addicted and not communicating properly.
• What phrase does Turl use to describe our social situation with technology?

  She uses the phrase "Alone Together."
• What does Turl suggest about our interactions while in the same room with others?

  We may be on our phones and not really interacting.
• How does technology affect our public persona according to Turl?

  It allows us to edit and perfect our public image.
• What is the "Goldilocks effect" as described by Turl?

  It refers to wanting to edit ourselves just a little, but not too much.
• How does Turl believe technology affects our self-identity?

  She believes it warps our idea of self-identity.
• What distinction does Turl make between public and private personas?

  She suggests they can be very different from each other.
• What are the key ideas of Sher Turl regarding media technology?

  • New Media technology replaces human interaction.
  • We are becoming addicted to electronic communication.
  • "Alone Together" describes our social situation.
  • Technology allows editing of our public persona.
  • The "Goldilocks effect" refers to slight self-editing.
  • Technology warps our self-identity.
  • Public and private personas can differ significantly.
• What resources can be used to learn more about Sher Turl's ideas?

  • Her books and articles
  • Lectures and talks
  • TED Talk available on YouTube