About the name of the blog

Do we need forks? is a name that reflects my philosophy about technology - the first question we should ask is "Do I NEED this?" Will it make my life and meaningful occupations easier, or better in some way?
As a student (first time around), I remember reading a scene from a play set in the 1600s, where French nobles were wondering what to do with a fork. The social context meant that forks were unnecessary. In that time, people would bring a knife, use a spoon for liquids, and hands for everything else. In a different social context where people are concerned about hygiene, a fork seems relevant. Or you could just wash your hands really well before each meal.
This philosophy about technology relates well to frameworks of occupational therapy. We look at the person - do they really need this technology? - the occupation - how meaningful is this occupation and do they need technology to make it easier to participate in? - and the environment, which includes social factors - is this technology going to fit with their environment?

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Practical considerations


Things I need to think about to make this happen:
  • ingredients - I'll have to go to the supermarket more often than once every 10 days!  My flatmate helps out with supplies too.
  • space - I have a great kitchen in my flat with good working spaces and a working oven, and a Kenwood chef (see below).
  • equipment - our kitchen is really well equipped.
  • time - I already bake for at least an hour every week, so will probably need to add a baking session to my week.  I can fit this in on Wednesdays, when I don't have any school.
  • consumers - my flatmate is on a diet and has asked me to stop making so many nice, sweet, treats.  I may have to start bringing the results to tech!



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