TWC - Session 5

In this class we discussed about ICT and the impact it had on peoples lives. This class in particular was very interesting since I could directly relate to the kind of impact ICT has had people.  As prof rightly put it, ICT is the catalyst that facilitates the knowledge revolution. It not only exposes each individual to a wealth of knowledge but also makes it easier to share information/knowledge with the rest of the world. The internet is now a part and parcel of our lives, and imagining a life without it would be impossible.

The topics we discussed included the different types of ICT, the advantages of it, as well as the negative impact it had on people. After which we spoke about the application of it in healthcare, agriculture and providing for modern democracy. We also discussed how it played an important role in world change. ICT has helped in collapsing borders across the world.  It not only helps individuals communicate with one another on a day to day basis, but also helps firms/businesses increase their efficiency. 

What I particularly liked about this class is that we not only focused on the impact ICT has on middle class/high class individuals,living in developed nations, but also the people in underdeveloped places. I would rate this class a 9.

An interesting idea that came to mind was how Cloud Computing could enable social entrepreneurship. While reading about social entrepreneurship for a community service briefing, it struck me how difficult it is to start businesses which help social development and growth. Cloud Computing is an application which could actually aid the growth of these businesses. I would have liked to talk more about the link between ICT and social entrepreneurship , especially in the context of Cloud Computing.