Is technology more important than friendships: A look into the effects of technology on communication skills and relationship building

Abstract

My research project is focused on how technology use can affect communication skills in children for their future.  Conducting research through literature and surveys, I learned about both positive and negative uses of technology in classroom situations.  I found that many people believe that the increased technology use our society is experiencing has a negative effect on children's’ communicative future. However, there were also some findings that technology can have a positive impact on communication.  These findings can help teachers and parents ensure their children are developing healthy communication skills.