Mishail Dean
Introduction
- Positive and Negative effects of screen technology on cognitive development
- Nicholas Carr
- argues both sides: Positive and negative
Reflective
Jessica Alba
- I should stop using my phone as much as I do
- social media is a form of seeking attention
- can lead to communication problems
- more aware of the negative effects
Mila Kunis
Resolution
- evidence that is provided is sufficient
- still need of evidence
- does not clarify if screen technology does have a widely negative or positive effect
Chris Hemsworth
Positive Effects
- Helps mental functions:
- hand eye coordination
- reflex responses
- study on video gaming
- playing action games peoples speed were boosted
- web users identify trustworthy internet sites in seconds
Negative Effects
Jennifer Lopez
- Short attention span
- hurried and rushed thinking
- altering the brain drastically
- exercising the neural circuits
- changing the structure of our brains
50 Cent
Conclusion
- evidence shown provides knowledge on positive an negative effects
- increase mental functions but also shallower thinkers
- negative effects as well as positive
- people should be aware of the negative outcomes
Robert Downey Jr
Nicholas Carr - Background
- Born 1959
- American
- Writer: technology, culture and business
- Written 3 books: The Shallows, The big switch and Does it matter?
- strong opinions positive and negative effects
Nicolas Carr
Positive and Negative effects of screen technology