In his TED talk "The Future is Ours: Student Activism" aired in 2019, Samuel Caruso emphasize that with increasing rates of school shootings, it is students who are at the forefront of speaking out and pushing for change. He talks about how even students lack the courage to question such issues due to fear of not knowing where to start. …
In his TED talk "The Future is Ours: Student Activism" aired in 2019, Samuel Caruso emphasize that with increasing rates of school shootings, it is students who are at the forefront of speaking out and pushing for change. He talks about how even students lack the courage to question such issues due to fear of not knowing where to start. (Caruso 0.20 ). Caruso discusses his personal experience of holding marches and meetings to draw attention to the issue of shootings in schools. By doing so, he motivates young people to act and assume leadership in their society by being the change they need to see.
Caruso followed some steps and activities to achieve his ati-school shootings campaign. First, he identified school shootings as one of the most burning issues that are not given sufficient attention. This happened after his schoolmate and teammates cousing was killed in a school shooting in Florida where 17 students died (Caruso 2.13). Next, he came up with a strategy: develop a forum through which learners could express their grievances and such things and call for change. He then embarked on a mission to mobilise people for the purpose of protests and demonstrations in order to support safer schools. Thus, through the social media and networking with students, he was able to rally them and also call for public attention. It is important to note is that such engagements as these are realistic for most students; the only prerequisite is commitment, time, and resourcefulness (Conner et al. 104). Caruso’s work can be concluded by the fact that if students have passion and get togetherness they can do great things.
In the TED Talk, Caruso attempts to persuade people regarding the necessity of students to stand up for change, specifically, resistance to school shootings. Though, he has a pragmatic view towards the issue he was a part of organizing the marches and rallies that attracted the community to his message. Another advantage of his speech is the importance of the students to advocate to their own cause. Through creating his own narration, he proves that youths are not actually voiceless and can make changes when they unite. He uses personal narratives and current situations that many people go through which makes a big difference.
Moreover, Caruso captures the threats that student activists have to deal with – fear and institutionalization. It’s an inspiring speech that motivates students to rise above these challenges through unity and determination. He then draws a vivid picture on how social media is an embodiment of activism in the present day physical world where students can use the gadgets to make a stand.
Nevertheless, while delivering inspiration step towards change, Caruso could suggest more actions than rallies and protests. For instance, talking about legislative advocacy or policy partnership in addressing the school shootings could have presented more broad perspective. Additionally, although he stresses student action, he should have included the responsibility of teachers, parents, and community members of supporting such endeavors. On the other hand, it is worth stating that Caruso’s talk is inspiring and makes people think about the values of life itself. It stands on the part of teaching students and make them to grapple over social issues and make simple real efforts towards solving those issues.
In his TED talk "The Future is Ours: Student Activism" aired in 2019, Samuel Caruso emphasize that with increasing rates of school shootings, it is students who are at the forefront of speaking out and pushing for change. He talks about how even students lack the courage to question such issues due to fear of not knowing where to start. (Caruso 0.20 ). Caruso discusses his personal experience of holding marches and meetings to draw attention to the issue of shootings in schools. By doing so, he motivates young people to act and assume leadership in their society by being the change they need to see.
Caruso followed some steps and activities to achieve his ati-school shootings campaign. First, he identified school shootings as one of the most burning issues that are not given sufficient attention. This happened after his schoolmate and teammates cousing was killed in a school shooting in Florida where 17 students died (Caruso 2.13). Next, he came up with a strategy: develop a forum through which learners could express their grievances and such things and call for change. He then embarked on a mission to mobilise people for the purpose of protests and demonstrations in order to support safer schools. Thus, through the social media and networking with students, he was able to rally them and also call for public attention. It is important to note is that such engagements as these are realistic for most students; the only prerequisite is commitment, time, and resourcefulness (Conner et al. 104). Caruso’s work can be concluded by the fact that if students have passion and get togetherness they can do great things.
In the TED Talk, Caruso attempts to persuade people regarding the necessity of students to stand up for change, specifically, resistance to school shootings. Though, he has a pragmatic view towards the issue he was a part of organizing the marches and rallies that attracted the community to his message. Another advantage of his speech is the importance of the students to advocate to their own cause. Through creating his own narration, he proves that youths are not actually voiceless and can make changes when they unite. He uses personal narratives and current situations that many people go through which makes a big difference.
Moreover, Caruso captures the threats that student activists have to deal with – fear and institutionalization. It’s an inspiring speech that motivates students to rise above these challenges through unity and determination. He then draws a vivid picture on how social media is an embodiment of activism in the present day physical world where students can use the gadgets to make a stand.
Nevertheless, while delivering inspiration step towards change, Caruso could suggest more actions than rallies and protests. For instance, talking about legislative advocacy or policy partnership in addressing the school shootings could have presented more broad perspective. Additionally, although he stresses student action, he should have included the responsibility of teachers, parents, and community members of supporting such endeavors. On the other hand, it is worth stating that Caruso’s talk is inspiring and makes people think about the values of life itself. It stands on the part of teaching students and make them to grapple over social issues and make simple real efforts towards solving those issues.