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Description of Project:
Description of Project:
The goal of this project was to see the similarities and differences in technology between the two countries
Locations Chosen:
Locations Chosen:
La Paz, Bolivia & Seoul, South Korea
Interesting Fact:
Interesting Fact:
I never knew that Aymara and Quechua were languages that people spoke here. Was cool to learn about since I've never heard of these languages
Lesson Learned:
Lesson Learned:
While a majority of those in Seoul, South Korea, has access to the internet, those in rural areas of La Paz, Bolivia, have limited access, making it hard to receive an education.
Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South Korea
Introduction:
Introduction:
I chose Seoul, South Korea because I heard that they are one of the top countries when it comes to technology. I've also had an interest in some of their media, so I wanted to know what the country offered in terms of their technology.
Population:
Population:
The population of Seoul, South Korea is estimated to be 10 million as of 2024.
Demographic:
Demographic:
The demographic of Seoul is homogenous, with those living here being mainly Korean. There is a small population of Japanese and Chinese people living in Seoul.
Language spoken:
Language spoken:
The official language of South Korea is Korean
Climate:
Climate:
Seoul has four seasons, with summer being warm and humid, which increases the chance of typhoons. Winters are cold and dry.
Technology usage:
Technology usage:
South Korea is a leader in global information and communication technology, being the home of the top produces of electronics such as Samsung and LG electronics. The country is also known to have the world’s fastest internet speeds and aims to keep its reputation as the top producer of information and communication technology by investing in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and cyber security. About 94% of the country has access to the internet
Location’s digital divide:
Location’s digital divide:
While the city as a whole has access to internet, there is a small population that has limited access to technology; the older population. The older population is not as connected to technology as the younger population since they are not senior-friendly, and they aren’t educated in technology. Many cannot use technology due to their vision and hearing loss.
References
References
Jobst, N. (2024, June 12). Number of internet users in South Korea from 1999 to 2023. Statista. https://www.statista.com/statistics/432145/internet-users-in-south-korea/
Lee, H. (2024, February 19). Rights agency urges Korea to bridge digital divide for older people . The Korea Times. https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20240219/rights-agency-urges-korea-to-bridge-digital-divide-for-older-people
Climate of Korea. Korea Meteorological Administration. (n.d.). https://www.kma.go.kr/eng/biz/climate_01.jsp
Seoul South Korea. World Population Review. (n.d.). https://worldpopulationreview.com/cities/south-korea/seoul
South Korea - Information and Communication Technology. International Trade Administration | Trade.gov. (2023, December 5). https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/south-korea-information-and-communication-technology
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