Questions and Answers
What is the speaker's main concern about technology in the classroom?
What is one potential danger of technology in the classroom according to the speaker?
What is one way technology can be beneficial in the classroom according to the speaker?
What term is used to describe the current generation of students?
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What is the speaker's conclusion about the role of technology in the classroom?
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What is the US Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, suggesting for social media apps?
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Why does Leonardo Puglisi argue against banning social media for under 16s?
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What do some people think is the best way to keep kids safe on social media?
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What is one of the positive aspects of social media mentioned by a student?
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What is Leonardo Puglisi's claim to fame?
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Study Notes
Technology in the Classroom
- The debate on whether technology is beneficial or harmful to students is ongoing, with valid arguments on both sides.
- The speaker, a middle school teacher, is unsure about the impact of technology on students, having seen both its benefits (e.g., students using cellphones for research, cross-referencing sources) and drawbacks (e.g., students streaming Netflix or getting distracted).
The Problem
- The speaker's research on the topic yielded conflicting results, with hundreds of articles arguing both sides.
- The topic is debatable, with many unknowns and missing pieces to the puzzle.
Key Takeaways
- Three things are known about technology and students:
- Technology can be dangerous (e.g., cyberbullying, academic dishonesty, symptoms of addiction).
- Technology can be infinitely valuable (e.g., advancing student learning, providing access to vast amounts of information).
- Technology is not slowing down; it's speeding up and is an integral part of students' lives.
Digital Natives
- Students born after 2000 (Generation Z) are digital natives, having grown up with the internet, cell phones, and complete access to the world.
- To these students, technology is not just a device, but an environment they inhabit.
Social Media Use Among Young Aussies
- Many young Australians use social media, and it has become a big part of their lives.
- Some people, including Australia's opposition leader Peter Dutton, think that young people under 16 should not be allowed to use social media.
- Peter Dutton says this is because it can help protect kids online.
Negatives of Social Media
- There are some negative aspects of social media, such as:
- Cyberbullying
- Inappropriate content
- FOMO (fear of missing out) and pressure to look or act in a certain way
- Social media can be addictive because it releases dopamine, a feel-good hormone, when we see fun posts or notifications.
Age Limit on Social Media
- The Australian government and some state leaders think 16 is a reasonable age for young people to start using social media.
- However, not everyone agrees with this idea, and some think it would be hard to enforce.
- Some young people think 16 is too old, and others think it's a good idea.
Concerns About Social Media's Impact
- Experts are worried about the potential long-term effects of social media on young people's brains.
- The US Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, has suggested that social media apps should come with a health warning, like cigarette packets.
Alternative Solutions
- Some people think the best way to keep kids safe on social media is to teach them how to use it responsibly.
- Others think it's better to switch off social media altogether.
- One 16-year-old, Leonardo Puglisi, thinks a ban on social media until 16 could be a bad thing, as it might stop young people from being creative or having their voices heard.
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Share your thoughts on the impact of technology in the classroom on middle school students. Is it beneficial or detrimental?
