Ancient Generation Vs Modern Generation

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Daily, our lives are changing which leads to various gaps between ancient and modernized generation. In fact, life is different in terms of communication, educational opportunities, the impact of technology on our lives and lifestyle Therefore, the difference may vary based on personal experiences thus making it a subjective topic. However, each generation has a vital role to play in shaping and molding the future generation. For instance, one of the greatest noticeable modifications between ancient and modernized generation is how they communicate. Ancient generations had no accessibility to medias, so, they communicated effectively with friends and families by writing letter to those located in long distances and preferred face-to -face …show more content…

In the past, education was student-teacher oriented, so, students gained greater knowledge on concepts taught and were more equipped with morals, ethnics and communication skills that made them well rounded citizens. Unfortunately, only the wealthy was afforded opportunities to study or obtain scholarships while the poor or less fortunate were forced to abandon school and obtain work to assist their families. Also, resources such as books, bags and writing equipment were limited based on family’s hierarchy or present situation. In contrast, the new generation has been afforded the opportunity to access e-learning where they can learn whatever and wherever they want. So, the physical presence of teachers is not necessary thus contributing to the lack of morals, ethnics and communications skills experienced daily. However, today’s youths have access to books, magazines, and the internet and students are much advanced in terms of education and access to knowledge. Also, students are exposed to the same educational opportunities and technological resource and many have more than enough materials to attend classes. While the older generations rarely got a chance to educate themselves in a school setting they were intelligent as they solved problems without the use of technology and media devices. However, the exposure of technology and the …show more content…

While each stage has its own unique benefits and drawbacks it is essential to enjoy the benefits that helps to uplift society and remedy the drawbacks as much as possible. But either way, we are never too old or young to achieve anything we have a yearning for. In fact, whether old or new generation what really matters is if we are willing to pay the price for our goals. Finally, remember that every generation gives valuable lessons to the next generation which helps to form a brighter future to the coming

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