A Narrative of The Impact of Digital Literacy on My Life

There were several times that reading, writing, and technology have impacted my life in some way. The most significant of these occasions would be the time I watched technology save someone’s life. Digital literacy is concerned with obtaining information from digital sources such as computers or smart phones.

My story begins as I walk to one of my friend’s house. I am alone and I see a man standing on his porch. As I walk past him, I hear a loud thud. I look back and the man had fallen off of his porch. I go back to see if he is okay and he is bleeding from his head and appeared to be unconscious. I quickly dialed 911 for help and tried to awake him.

The ambulances came very quickly and assisted this poor man. Technology was used by myself and also the ambulance drivers. Having technologies such as this can help in numerous situations, especially emergencies like my example. Technology consumes our day to day life. Many of us our constantly on our phones. Digital literacy is found even when we read something as simple as a text. Knowing how to read, write, and use technology are very essential within our world today.

Looking back on it now, I never really thought of the impact that technology made. If it wasn’t for me having my cell phone, the man could have died. Although many people feel technology is only ruining out world, there are several positive sides about it such as my example. Technology is a very good creation when used properly.

Six Categories of Grading

Grammar- In this paper, I feel my grammar has improved quite a bit. I am not constructing better sentences with fewer mistakes. I would like to be graded on this, so that I can see what areas still need improvements.

Organization- I would like my organization to also be graded as well. I feel I placed the topics and subtopics in a smooth and easy to read manner.

Following Instructions- I feel I did exactly what was asked of me for this paper. I read the instructions over a few times so that I could do exactly as it stated. I included my story of technology and accurately related it to digital literacy.

Reflection- I feel I reflected on the situation well. I added details that told what was happening. I feel I gave the proper information.

Credibility- I used my own ideas to tell this story. Since there is no reason for me to make up a story about this situation, I am a credible author.

Improvement- I would like to be graded on how well I improved. I think my writing is a lot better and receiving a grade on this, would reveal if I have accomplished my goals as a writer.

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