moduel 8

• the inevitable influence of technology on society

  • the ever growing society has made people see technology as some form of neccesity. tracing back its origins
• the word "technology" came from Greek words techne and logos which means art and word, respectively. taking the two words together, technology means a discourse on arts ( Buchanan, 2010 )
• the roles played by technology these days are very crucial not only to a few but also to everyone, in one way or another, each person in the society is directly or indirectly affected by technology whether he wills it or not.
• in fact, most people survive their everyday lives with great reliance to the different technologicl advancements already to the masses
• technology is already an inevitable part of the society
• television sets, mobile phones, computers and humanity

  • a number of technological devices can be easily found inside the home, the most accessible place to anyone
  • devices are some of the most popular and most commonly used types of divices across all age group
  • to be more specific, these "celebrites" in the field of technology are television sets, mobile phones, and computers
  • people all over the world use these technologies every day to accomplish different purpose
• What is Kantar Media known for in the Philippines?

  It is one of the most trusted television audience measurement providers.
• What percentage of urban homes in the Philippines own at least one television set?

  92 percent
• What percentage of rural homes in the Philippines own at least one television set?

  70 percent
• Why does television remain the ultimate medium for advertisement placements in the Philippines?

  Because a high percentage of both urban and rural homes own television sets.
• What does the survey mentioned in the study material indicate about Filipino device usage?

  Almost all Filipinos use a particular type of device.
• How do Filipinos use their mobile phones?

  They use them anywhere, anytime, for different purposes other than communication.
• What fraction of the Filipino population owns at least one mobile phone?

  More than half
• Does the type of mobile phone matter for ownership among Filipinos?

  No, ownership is regardless of type.
• computers and laptops have also become part of many filipino household. there are same filipino families who own more than one computer or laptop while some own at least computer or laptop.
• it is true that almost all filipino families own at least one television set and a mobile
• most of the profits gained by computers and laptop manufactures come from offices, businesses, or schools where such devices have become part of their necessities
• philippine star in 2013: a typical household owns at least four of the following device:

  • mobile phone (89%)
  • smart phone (53%)
  • tablet (14%)
  • desktop (39%)
  • laptop or netbooks (37%)
  • smart tv (4%)
• here are some facts about filipino and their use of gadgets and the internet ( Rappler, n.d )

  • Mobile phone subscription is at 119 milion
  • filipinos spend approximately 3.2 hours on mobile and 5.2 hours on desktop daily
  • the philippines has one of the highes digital populations in the world
  • there are now 47 million active facebook accounts in the philippines
  • the philippines is the fastest - growing application market in southeast asia
  • the current count of households with television setd has already 15.135 million
• What are some ethical dilemmas faced by technological advancements?

  They include issues related to privacy, security, and the impact on social interactions.
• How do technological advancements contribute to children's health?

  They can lead to children becoming lazy and unhealthy.
• What is one social consequence of increased technology use among individuals?

  It leads to alienation, as people no longer take time to mingle with others.
• Why might people become unaware of time while using technological devices?

  They become engrossed in their use of these devices.
• What emotional reactions might occur when individuals are disturbed while using technology?

  They may get mad or annoyed.
• What risks do children face regarding their ability to make moral decisions in the context of technology?

  They are exposed to various influences on television and the internet without the ability to rationally decide what is right or wrong.
• How does easy access to the internet affect children?

  It allows them to easily search the web and access different websites without restriction.
• What is a potential consequence of children having unrestricted access to technology?

  They may encounter inappropriate content and develop skewed perceptions of reality.