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Who are Visitors and Residents?

Dave White explains the Visitors and Residents concept, the reasoning behind it, and how it can map technology use.

In the video, Dave White explains the Visitors and Residents concept, the reasoning behind it, and how it can map technology use. In the next activity you will draw on your viewing of this video when reflecting upon your own use of technology.

For now, watch the video and make a note of the reasons why White proposes the use of terms ‘visitors’ and ‘residents’, and how he determines which technologies to place on the grid.

Share your thoughts about the ‘visitors and residents’ concept in the comments area below.

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