1.
Modern Technology as a means for
familial communication
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2.
Thesis: Familial
connections are
strengthened
through the use of
technology
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3.
As the world becomes increasingly technological,
our homes have become media-rich, filled with
technological gadgets such as tablets, computers,
and gaming consoles (1)
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4.
We’re
increasingly
engaging with
different
communicative
technologies as a
way to stay in
touch with our
loved ones
(2)
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5.
Social
Media
Texting
Video
Calls
Commonly used
examples of
communicative
technologies
include: (3)
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6.
This technology is
extremely accessible
and currently used
heavily in America
45%of
Americans have
tablet computers
68% of
Americans have
smartphones
(4)
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7.
58% of American
seniors use the internet
84% of American
adults use the internet
(5)Many Americans also
have access to the
internet which is used
in conjunction with
communicative
technologies
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8.
“Always-on, cross-platform devices means no more
restrictions on how or where we communicate” -
Andreas Bernström (6)
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9.
“Free messaging and
calling apps enhance
family
communication,
leading to more
frequent exchanges”
(6)
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10.
“Skype has played a
large part in the
adoption of alternative
communication tools
thanks to its free video
calling” (6) Photo: CC0, Pixabay

11.
Family separated by
distance can now
use mobile
technologies to stay
in touch with their
loved ones.
(7)
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12.
“As times have changed, we’re seeing formerly “divisive”
technologies connecting older and younger generations in
ways never before thought possible.” – Andreas Bernström
(6)
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13.
Smart watches and sensors, such as Lively Safety Watch, are
making it easier for concerned family members to monitor, track,
and communicate with older members of the family, even when
they’re miles apart (8)
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14.
Despite these advantages, the use of
such technologies can actually produce
a family divide within the household.
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15.
“Everybody says they’re
communicating more with
their kids by text...That’s
the paradox of this: We’re
communicating more but
we’re not communicating
deeply. That’s the
disconnect.” - Steiner-
Adair
` (9)
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16.
(9)
Children are spending too
much time on their multi-media
devices effectively reversing
the communicative aspect of
the product.
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17.
“Parents today are often very concerned with their kids’
tech time and put limits on it but they don’t think twice
about their own tech use.” – Tanya Scheivtz (10)
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18.
However, parents aren’t doing any better: “Kids
today feel second in importance to their parents’
digital devices.” – Tanya Scheivtz (10)
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19.
The rapid integration of technology has left seniors
struggling to acclimate. As a result, many seniors feel
more isolated rather than connected. (11)
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20.
Other problems also exist. Not everyone has
access to this technology. Specifically, there
is a digital divide between the poor and the
wealthiest individuals in Canada. Many
cannot afford basic internet usage and thus
miss out on these opportunities.
(12)
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21.
Conclusion: Modern technology has presented families with a
solution to solve ineffective and inconsistent communication within
the household. However, the use of such technologies comes with
various complications as well. This includes a drastically smaller
attention span from both parents and children which has actually . In
addition to this, many families are failing to connect on a deeper
level with all their exchanges occurring through text or online.
Finally, there’s a digital divide that exists. Many poorer families and
elders do not have access to basic internet let alone more advanced
mobile technologies. Ultimately, modern technology can only be
used to strengthen familial relationships under the right
circumstances.
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22.
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Works Cited (Continued)
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