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Decision-Making Skills. Unit 3. The Impact of Technology. Chapter 11. Technology and the Family. Chapter 11.1. Technology and the Family. Technology affects families in many areas. There are benefits and drawbacks to technology that families can recognize and manage. . - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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DECISION-MAKING SKILLS
UNIT 3
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THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY
Chapter 11
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TECHNOLOGY AND THE FAMILY
Chapter 11.1
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Technology and the Family
Technology affects families in many areas. There are benefits and drawbacks to technology that families can recognize and manage.
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Technology and the FamilyTechnology is the use of science
to do practical things.Technology is a resource that
families have.How families manage
technology has a huge impact on family function.
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Technology and the FamilyA person who studies and
predicts what may happen in the years ahead is called a futurist.
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Managing TechnologyThere are several areas where
technology impacts the family. Family entertainment Family Health & Safety Family Finances Housing Communication
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Managing Technology Family entertainment
New forms of entertainmentVHSDVD DVR streaming on demand what’s next?
Cable, satelliteVideo and computer gamesSmart phones what’s next?
Addictive nature of these things
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Managing Technology Challenges of entertainment
Do TV's, computers, and video games divide families when members are involved for hours at a time?
Does outside entertainment pull family members from home more than is reasonable?
Do people neglect quiet pleasures of nature or reading in search of more thrills?
Does electronic entertainment take the place of face-to-face involvement like games or conversation?
How families decide to manage leisure time is important! (encourage, deny, limit)
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Managing Technology Family Health & Safety
How we prepare and eat food Microwave meals Family meals
Nutrition Fast food Synthetic ingredients
Exercise Inactive lifestyles mean we must look for
exercise and pursue activity Security and Protection
Seatbelts, airbags, other developments
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Managing Technology Family Finances
Online bankingSoftware accounting for homesInstant access to credit can cause problems
Pressures to buy new technologyEarly adapters vs.laggards
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Managing Technology Housing
Energy reduction Programmable timers Recycled products Security devices
Household management Smart homes – devices connected by computer
Sensors, etc.
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Managing Technology Family Communication
Letter writingPhones, emails, IM, texting, etc.You can be in “constant contact”
Many positives to thisBut also problems!
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Managing Technology Family Communication Challenges
Texting may replace face-to-face or voice contact
Cell phone courtesyPersonal business may be overheardCauses a driving hazardInternet dangers
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Managing TechnologyCommunication technology is
like any other resource. How you use it will affect whether or not it improves the quality of your life.
The choices you make about technology will determine how it affects your life.
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Chapter Summary Technology affects all parts of family life. Families need to manage technology so that they
can reach their goals. Values are important when making decision
about technology. Technology has changed entertainment choices. Some of these choices weaken and other
strengthen the family. Technology has also changed the way people
cook, eat, and exercise. It has brought about way of promoting security
and protection.
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Chapter Summary It has brought about way of promoting
security and protection. The way a family handles their money can
be both helped and hurt by technological advances in financing.
Housing reflects changes in technology. Family relationships can be strengthened
by wise use of communication technology.
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TECHNOLOGY IN THE COMMUNITY
Chapter 11.2
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Technology in the Community
Most jobs today require technology skills. Communities and society are concerned about technology issues.
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Technology in the Workplace
Technology has changed the workplace in many ways.examples…
Technology allows workers to telecommute or do their work at home.
Technology also helps entrepreneurs start and run businesses.
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Society and TechnologyTechnology impacts communities
examples…Use of technology raises questions:
what are the costs?what are the benefits?which innovations will aid society?
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Society and TechnologyInformation Society – the main
economic activity is creating and distributing knowledge
Computers make knowledge accessible
You need to know how to find and judge the information
Fact vs. opinion (.edu or .gov)
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Society and TechnologyE-mail management:
viruses attached to e-mails Spam don’t open e-mails unless you know the sender
Never reply to spam or click on links in a spam e-mail.
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Society and TechnologyIdentity Theft
identity theft is using a person’s personal information to steal money or credit
Don’t put personal information on the internet Assume anything posted on the internet is
public information (if you don’t want mom or grandma to know…)
Ordering on phone, place the call yourself Do internet business only with reputable
companies with secure web sites Tear up or shred personal papers
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Society and TechnologySteps to protect your identity1. Secure your mail.
Drop bills in public mailbox Hold mail if you won’t be home
2. Keep personal information private3. Choose creative passwords – don’t
choose the obvious ones4. Secure wireless computer connections
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Society and TechnologyIntrusiveness
technology can be intrusive when it enters your life without your invitation.
Use the “Do Not Call” listsUse the spam filters in your systemUse anti-virus software“phishing” handout
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Society and TechnologyCost of Technology Technology used by public entities
costs money Debate needs vs. wants Health Care Costs
Medical technology saves lives but it is very costly
Take care of your healthAdvance directives are very important
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Technology and the FutureTechnology at Work (pg 217) Follow your company’s policy on the
personal use of technology. Ask questions when you do not know
how to use equipment or software. Update your technology skills when you
have the chance. Find someone to help you
if you have technology problems.
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Technology and the FutureTechnology is here to stay!You need to be in control of the
technology in your life – don’t let it control you!
Have a sense of humor (things fail) Make time for things w/o technology Use only what is important to you Stay informed about what is new
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Chapter Summary The workplace has changed due to technology. Most jobs use computers. Workers must have technology skills and keep
them up to date. Computers allow workers to telecommute and
entrepreneurs to start new businesses. Communities use technology to provide
services to citizens. Controlling the privacy of information and the
cost of technology are two issues society faces.
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Chapter Summary Personal information is widely available. This can lead to identity theft. Technology can also be intrusive. There are difficult decision regarding health
care and costs facing society. Individuals and communities need to make
careful choices as they deal with more technology changes in the future.
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Society and TechnologyE-mail management:
viruses attached to e-mails Spam don’t open e-mails unless you know the sender
Never reply to spam or click on links in a spam e-mail.