HOW TECHNOLOGY HAS ENHANCED SOCIALIZATION

Your text shares many negative effects of technology and the media’s influence on children. Regardless, technology is increasing rapidly and is only becoming a larger portion of our children’s lives. After reading “Mass Media, Television, and Children’s Socialization,” choose an age level (toddler, preschool, or elementary age) upon which to focus in this discussion. Then, list three positive examples of how technology has enhanced socialization for children in that age group. Give two additional examples of how parents/educators can use technology to further enhance a child’s socialization.

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Socialization is a very important aspect of life. It is therefore necessary for children to develop socialization as early as in the elementary age. Use of technology is one technique that can be employed in full filing this purpose. It should however be noted that technology should not replace the normal human interactions but should only enhance it and make it better. If used properly, the internet can for instance act as an acceptable means of social interaction. Through the internet, elementary children can be able to socialize……………..

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