【彭蒙惠英语】对抗科技术语（3/4）

Technobabble Battle(3/4)
Can we break down a wall of computer jargon?
 

A question that online public relations strategist Sally Falkow says she’s hearing often these days is, “How do we cope with all this?” She tells people, “There’s no way you can escape this. There’s a big conversation going on,” and it’s important to learn how to be part of it.
For the geeks
Tips for sharing your knowledge and helping people understand:Good teachers make a quick assessment of a student’s knowledge and tailor terminology and explanations up or down based on that level.
Determine what the person wants to learn. Prevent overload by offering additional information only if the student asks for it.
Doing quick strokes on your keyboard with the person looking over your shoulder is called demonstrating, not teaching.
Keep in mind that people in their teens and 20s can be thought of as “digital natives” who came of age in this web-oriented world, while older people can be seen as “digital immigrants” trying to get acclimated.
For non-geeks
If you’re at the earliest stage of the learning curve, start by reading technology-oriented columns and articles in magazines, newspapers and websites that are written for a general audience. Move up to more tech-oriented e-letters as you build a foundation.
As you come across new terms, look them up online. Definitions at Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia written and edited by web users, may be helpful.
Start associating with people who can help explain things. Look for groups that sponsor seminars or find a supportive online community.
Don’t be afraid to guide your helper. Explain what you need to know, ask him or her to slow down and speak in basic terms.

Vocabulary Focus
tailor (v) to make or prepare something for a particular purpose
learning curve (n phr) the rate of someone’s progress in learning a new skill

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