Pros and Cons of Technology on Our Youth NADIA KASHIF & SERENA ECCLESTON

Our media piece shows how technology can be used within a limited time span and in a positive way. Even though technology impacts our daily life in different ways, we need to create a balance. Teaching children how to collaborate and limit their time spent on various technological devices. Our video shows a balance between technology and family time. It is very important to incorporate awareness of proper etiquette of technology in our children at an early age, so that they are well aware of the pros and cons of technology which then, will enable them to become good digital citizens.

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