Looking at our history, it is not difficult to discover that when a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life are actually dying out in today’s society. However, not all countries are developed and therefore still using their traditional knowledge to survive. There is a possibility that it is pointless to keep them alive, this is due to the fact of globalisation, westernisation and the role of families are changing. However it is good to keep some elements of the customary ways of living, to preserve our ancestry. This essay will discuss whether or not it is pointless to keep the traditional values and skills alive. (unknown, 2010) (fordragon, 2010)
People who live in third-world countries, such as Indonesia, the Philippines, India, etc. are obviously not affected by technology as much as those who live in developed countries like Australia, USA and UK. In the last few years, we have seen changes in most developing countries. This is due to the fact that developed countries are actually helping out and giving support to the unfortunate nations of the globe by giving them opportunities and advancements to what they have and do not have already, for example health care, education, jobs, food and water. Therefore, their traditional skills and way of living is still distinguishable and intact.
Technology is the branch of knowledge that deals with the creation and use of technical means and their interrelation with life, society, and the environment, drawing upon such subjects as industrial arts, engineering, applied science, and pure science (Dictionary, 2011). With the latest technology in health care services and hospitals, developing countries are able to access these facilities and are able to be treated for whatever illness they have. Yes, the facilities and materials may be limited;
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