Technological Events

  • Born

    Born
    The world was starting to see home computers like the Apple II and IBM PC become more common.
  • Started School

    Started School
    Basic educational software were used in school computer labs
  • Home Computer

    Home Computer
    Got a desktop computer at home with dial-up Internet. Used it for email, chat rooms, and early web browsing.
  • First Mobile Phone

    First Mobile Phone
    Got my first cellphone. Used it mainly for calls and texts. For me, this was the beginning of being connected on the go.
  • Facetime Popular

    Facetime Popular
    Factime became popular and continues to thrive today
  • Smartphones/Social Media

    Smartphones/Social Media
    Switched to a smartphone and began using social media and other apps for learning and connecting.
  • Online Testing

    Online Testing
    We began the shift from paper based testing to online testing in schools
  • Remote Work

    Remote Work
    Technology became essential for staying connected, working from home, and accessing education through Zoom and online platforms.