ABSTRACT
The diversity of option about opting in and opting out of media raised issues regarding the concept of new technology itself. Although people's reasons for opting in and opting out were complex and multidimensional, they all supported the idea that people are comfortable mixing new and old media technologies. The resurgence and growing popularity of vinyl also illustrates the notion of a coexistence of diverse media technologies. Lars explained that as part of a back-to-the-land cultural movement, Viroqua residents sought to have more of an influence over their children's education than was possible in public schools. According to Lars, the foundation of the Waldorf system was built on the development of an organic culture, integrating intellectual learning, emotional character building, and practical physical labor in a natural setting. Some of the people interviewed opted out of new technologies because of their ethical, political, religious, or cultural beliefs.
