Technology has an impact on society and individuals, even if we don’t realize it because we’re so immersed in our technology-centric society. Technology has also changed the way people interact in an online environment. As a result of these changes, the following theories have emerged:
Conscience collective
Networked individualism
Social information processing theory
Hyperpersonal effect theory
Prosumption
Echo chambers
Attention economy
This assignment gives you the opportunity to reflect on and explore the role of technology in our lives. Technology has become a very important subject in local communities, both in terms of how to engage with their constituents as well as how to help guide youth through the effective use of technology and social media.
Imagine you are a program manager for a local youth center. You are creating a presentation for parents to learn about how people interact online. You must provide insights into how technology has changed the way people interact and provide guidance and advice to parents on how to coach young people in the community to navigate adolescence, technology, and social media.
Create a 10- to 12-slide presentation with narration that addresses the following key elements:
Select at least 3 of the concepts/theories listed above.
Summarize the theory.
Provide 1 or 2 examples to illustrate the theory.
Explain how this has changed the way people interact.
Compare and contrast the theories:
How do they differ? How are they similar?
Provide advice and recommendations for parents on how to coach adolescence and how they might deal with these issues in their households.
Review the following resources for assistance with creating your presentation:
“How to Make a Presentation” from University of Phoenix (Video with Transcript)
“Record a Presentation” from Microsoft®
Cite at least 2 sources to support your assignment.
Format the sources according to APA guidelines.