Technology has become an increasingly advanced and important aspect of modern society. This is why Ray Bradbury, the author of Fahrenheit 451, was right to fear that books and other printed sources were being replaced by modern technology. Technology has contributed to the significant loss of time children spend reading. Additionally, e-books have replaced printed books. Additionally, television and radio have replaced newspapers as the dominant source of information. Many people say that technology has made information from printed sources more accessible. “We can all come together immediately, live, in words or in images, thanks to the power of cell phones, computers, televisions and cameras. The way we socialize, learn, plan, and communicate is constantly improving thanks to advances in technology” (Walker). Walker continues to assert that students can take courses that many small or poor communities would not be able to offer. For example, foreign languages ​​and advanced courses are courses that small or poor communities simply cannot offer in the classroom. 1.75 million students took these online courses last year, and this figure is expected to reach 10.5 million by 2014. However, this has decreased the amount of textbooks sold. “According to a recent survey, 62 percent of students said they would choose an electronic textbook over a new printed textbook” (“THEY WOULD SAY THAT…”). Many students choose e-textbooks over printed textbooks. There is no doubt that educational programs, such as Sesame Street, have played an important role in educating children in a fun and interactive way. "Educational television has proven to be an important tool for strengthening preschool skiing...... middle of paper ....... Louise I. Gerdes. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2013. AtIssue. Rep. Excerpt from “Are e-readers really green? » www.themillions.com. 2012. Opposing Viewpoints in Context. Internet. February 23, 2014. “No Child Left Behind Act (2000).” Issues: Understanding controversy and society. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. February 7, 2014. “Preface to “How Should Television Be Regulated?” » » Television. Marguerite Haerens. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2011. Opposing Viewpoints. Opposing viewpoints in context. Web. February 23, 2014. “THEY WOULD SAY…” New York Post [New York, NY] January 8, 2001: 40. Opposing Viewpoints in Context. Internet. February 22, 2014. “Television does not teach. » New York Times April 16, 1998. Opposing Viewpoints in Context. Internet. February 23. 2014. Walker, Erik M. “Rapidly Changing Technologies: Technology Makes Our Communities Stronger.” » World of pop culture: icons, idols, ideas. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. February 6.2014.