1. Impact of Social Technologies on SocietyHarris Naseem 200209407

2. Topics Basis of social TechnologiesMainstream PresenceTrends in communicationThe effects of technology on the new generationRecovery and prevention of further social damages 3. Basis of Social Technologies 4. Basis of social technologies Starting in the mid 1990's the following were the basis for the current trends in social technology Internet created initially to provide US military with fast coded communications, it became public in the late 80's Cell Phones Also introduced in the 80's became the primary means of mobile communications for the next century 5. Mainstream Presence 6. How social technologies became mainstream Increased demand for easier communication over long distance Ever-growing competition in all industrial sectors of all nations Media used these means to inform viewers of societal views and events which in return created increased interest in the new forms of communication 7. Examples of Mainstream breach Motorola introduced the world's first cell phone in the late 70's which became a status symbol for those who want to boast their wealth. Portable computers (later known as laptops) also added to the notion of power by providing on the go computing for those who can afford it. Pagers - led to the creation of text messaging and pseudo text messaging (i.e. BBM) 8. Trends in Communication 9. Trends of communication Current trends of communication include: VoIPBBMMSN/IMCellular 10. New forms of media outlets Many of today's communication is based off the internet. The following are a few examples of media outlets:YoutubeNapster (initially, phased out in the early 2000's)FacebookTwitter 11. The effects of technology on the new generation 12. The effects of technology on the new generation Though initially social technologies were developed to make communications easier, it has caused further problems for society in general, primarily in social interactions that have taken new form since the start of the recent technology craze Caused current generation of youth to become more isolatedMore time spent on said technologiesTraditional means of social gatherings fading awayFirst generation that is fully reliant on social technologies 13. Social Construct of Technology This can be branched to one key sociological perspective, the social construct of technology. Started out from the basis of social constructivism and the sociology of scientific knowledge. SCOT views the development of technology as an interactive process or discourse amongst technologies and relative (or interested) social groups Defined as an interactive socio-technical process that shapes all forms of technologies 14. the effects of technology on the new generation (Cont') Studies have shown that online social interactions have exceeded interpersonal interactions This has raised concern for many health organizations in regards to this type of virtual interaction Can cause social discomfort for youth when faced with live personal interactionsLong term health problems may occurCan lead to complete social collapse 15. Recovery and prevention of further social damages 16. Recovery and prevention of further social damages Encourage direct social interaction for youth by creating social groups dedicated to the discussion of every facet in their lives Prevent the use of mobile technologies for youth in the education system till they are within age of which they can ration use ( around age of 16+) Promote extracurricular activities by subsidizing sports through government funding and private sector support These are just some of the solutions to this impeding problem. What do you think should be done with society when it comes to preventing societial damages? Feel free to reply! 17. References Caplan, S. E. (n.d.). Preference for Online Social Interaction. Purdue University. Retrieved November 28, 2013, from http://soic.iupui.edu/_assets/docs/hci/Thesis_content_example2.pdf Health related virtual communities and electronic support groups: systematic review of the effects of online peer to peer interactions. (n.d.). BMJ. Retrieved November 28, 2013, from http://www.bmj.com/content/328/7449/1166 John F. Mitchell, 1928-2009: Was president of Motorola from 1980 to '95. (2009, June 17). Chicago Tribune. Retrieved November 28, 2013, from http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2009-06-17/news/0906160393_1_mr-mitchell-cell-phone-john-f-mitchell Klein, H. K., & Kleinman, D. L. (n.d.). The Social Construction of Technology: Structural Considerations. Georgia Institute of Technology - The Social Construction of Technology: Structural Considerations. Retrieved November 28, 2013, from http://www.prism.gatech.edu/~hk28/Klein02-SciTechHumanVal.pdf Health may deteriorate without social interaction. (n.d.). Health may deteriorate without social interaction. Retrieved November 28, 2013, from http://www.genericviagratab.com/health-may-deteriorate-without-social-interaction.aspx