Practice Early And Late Adopters (7.2) - Diffusion of Disaster Preparedness Technology: What Pioneers Contribute?

Practice: Early and Late Adopters

Lesson 7.2Diffusion of Disaster Preparedness Technology: What Pioneers Contribute?

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Question 1.
Define early adopters.
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Who tries things out first?
Question 2.
What is the role of feedback in technology adoption?
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What do late adopters look for before trying something new?
3Question 3.
What characterizes early adopters in a community?
- They are skeptical of new technologies
- They are first to try new technologies
- They only adopt after a technology is proven
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Think about who leads the way in trying new technology.
4Question 4.
True or False: Late adopters often wait for the feedback of early adopters before trying new technologies.
- True
- False
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Who looks for reassurance before diving into new tech?
Question 5.
Consider how a community in Bangladesh could utilize early adopters to mitigate the effects of climate change on their water supply. Outline strategies for increasing adoption among late adopters.
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Think about methods to enhance community engagement and trust.
Question 6.
Discuss the implications of social media on the diffusion of technological innovations in disaster preparedness. How could misinformation alter adoption rates?
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Consider both sides—positive and negative impacts of social media.

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