S-curve and Writing Well

Last class we started by covering our readings about ways underdeveloped countries can catch up with technology. The S-curve was a main focus on our readings and illustrated how less developed countries can catch up in technology adaptation because developed countries often reach a plateau with their technology adaptation. We also learned about the idea of "leapfrogging" or skipping intermediate stages of technological development that are sometimes unnecessary. We then looked at some countries initiatives to start aircraft manufacturing companies in their country. Many of these companies successfully built small air-crafts, but then struggled to build more complicated large air-crafts. I concluded my presentation by showing some of the problems with this technological catch-up including the problem that while less developed countries learn these technologies, it is very possible that developed countries will move onto a new more advanced technology making the previous innovation less useful or entirely obsolete.
Next we focused on how to write convincingly. Many of our four paragraphs did not do this so we learned a few techniques on how to improve our writing. We discussed the importance of evidence to support your claims, being specific with ideas, and using clear and concise language. As well we talked about staying on topic, connecting ideas, and not using casual language. We concluded the class by fixing our references so that they adhered to the APA format.