Y1 Technology Workshop 2012
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•To raise awareness about the possible consequences that the excessive usage of technological devices may bring about
•Recognize such symptoms
•Propose possible solutions
•To urge people to maintain healthy relationships despite the advent of technology
Objectives
•Technology is an integral part of our society.
•Difficult for students to detach themselves away from their devices during supposed “interaction time” with others.
•Too absorbed into online activity
•Tend to neglect the presence of others around them.
Problem at hand.
•Mind-set is altered such that the importance of social interaction is undermined.
•Technology acts as deterrence.
•Hinders bonding between family and friends.
Problem at hand.
• Watch from 00.00 to 00.36s• Discuss whether such occurrences happen
around you/in your daily lives?
VIDE
O (s
ympt
oms
of a
ddic
tion
)
- Use your electronic devices throughout meals- Use them throughout family gatherings- Talking less to the people around you
because you're often on your phone/computer
Checklist of symptoms
Secondary 1 RGS students
•73 % of the students think that RGS 1:1 would not reduce interaction among classmates.
•Sample size: 80 out of 109 students surveyed
Real-life Situation (1) Data
College students
•42% of students find it necessary to have their mobile phones with them all the time.
•98.8% use their computers for social networking.
•94% use their computers for work or research.
Real-life Situation (2) Data
• Discuss how the technological world has impacted/affected our lives.
• (Consequences: socially/physically etc)
VID
EO
(fam
ily
and
tec
hn
olog
y)
- Technology is convenient & efficient.- Immediate response easily obtained (sms, email, etc.)
- Variety of interesting functions to explore- Enables interactions through social media - Transcends boundaries- Allows us to think before responding to the other
party- Reducing awkwardness
The GOOD effects :)
•- Reduce interactions
•- Less communication
•- Weakening relationships in the long run
The BAD effects ):
•A two-way communication is crucial for a healthy relationship.
•Prevents misunderstandings.
•Build up relationships:o Form of emotional support
Why is face-t0-face interaction important?
•Spending time with your friends/family without using your electronic devices.
•Try to do activities that facilitate bonding.
•Encourage communication when you see others using their electronic devices
You can try:
•Choose to interact face-to-face instead of online
•Spend time away from your electronic devices when possible
•Exercise self-control at all times
You can try: