Are we addicted to our devices, and, if so, are companies to blame? The word "addiction" packs a heavy punch, and the research is inconclusive on whether it's truly accurate when it comes to digital device use. What's certain, however, is that as people use devices and apps more, profits increase for the companies who make them. Help your students recognize how most of the technology they use is designed to keep them hooked, and help them use this as an opportunity to find more balance in their digital lives. Approximately 60 mins.
LESSON OBJECTIVES: Analyze and draw conclusions about a series of photos depicting device use. Use online resources to track arguments for and against whether we are addicted to our devices. Complete a short writing assignment analyzing one or more aspects related to the device addiction debate.
- Subject:
- 21st Century Skills
- Digital Citizenship
- Information, Media and Technological Literacy
- Technology
- Material Type:
- Lesson Plan
- Provider:
- Common Sense Education
- Provider Set:
- Digital Citizenship
- Date Added:
- 04/21/2022