After doing some
research and some thinking, I have decided to base my project off of Children and Media. I chose this topic for a
couple of reasons. The first reason is out of curiosity. I have heard
discussions that this may be an epidemic cause of obesity, lack of social
skills and education. Children spend a lot of time on video games, computers
and the television which deter them from other experiences. I also had a fear
of this but with all the readings thus far, new media and children may not be
as bad as everyone thinks. This world is moving toward everything being related
to new media and fast. One day I will have children and I would like to know
where children and media are headed. I have a niece and nephew, ages 4 and 8,
who are heavily involved with media. At one point, I was scared that their
childhood was lost. But I think that this research topic and project can help
me find out more information that can perhaps help me teach them a few things
about it. All in all I am very excited about this topic for the research
project.
Jinxx21,
ReplyDeleteI like what you have chosen to do your research project on. I think children and media is a important issues that needs to be addressed. As you have probably seen, children now rely on the television, internet, and video games as a way for entertainment. This may not seem bad in moderations, but children are CONSTANTLY using these types of media. Like you said, this may not be a bad thing. Technology is always changing/improving and it isn’t children’s faults. Hopefully you will be able to get answers to your questions!
Jinxx21,
ReplyDeleteI really like your idea about doing your research on children and social media. It's interesting to hear that children using social media could be a cause of obesity, lack of social skills and education. I would have to agree with this because I feel like today's younger generation has gotten extremely lazy and dependent on social media and technology. I wish I had thought of doing this topic because I guarantee you will find some surprising facts. It will be interesting to see what you are able to find. I can't wait to see you results. Good luck on your project!