Post-Listening The impact of technology

How does technology impact your day-to-day life?

• Technology complicates daily tasks

• Technology reduces social interactions

• Technology improves communication, access to information, task efficiency, and entertainment.

• Technology limits access to information

What role does your phone play in staying in touch with friends?

• My phone is primarily used for gaming and entertainment.

• My phone facilitates communication with friends through calls, texts, and social media.

• My phone is mainly for taking photos and videos.

• I only use my phone for online shopping.

How do you control your phone usage?

• Set app limits and use 'Do Not Disturb' mode.

• Use your phone as a camera only

• Turn off all notifications

• Keep your phone in another room all day

What are some new places you would like to explore using technology?

• Popular tourist attractions

• Virtual reality environments, remote archaeological sites, interactive maps of historical landmarks.

• Local coffee shops

• Famous restaurants in the city

How do online dating apps affect your social interactions?

• Online dating apps eliminate the need for social interactions altogether.

• They only connect people within the same city, limiting exposure.

• Online dating apps guarantee long-term relationships without effort.

• Online dating apps expand social interactions by connecting people beyond their immediate circles, but may also lead to superficial relationships.

What are the positive aspects of technology in your life?

• Increased isolation from friends

• Improved communication, access to information, increased efficiency, and global connectivity.

• Decreased privacy and security

• Limited access to entertainment

When do you think it's important to know when to stop using technology?

• When it enhances productivity and efficiency.

• When it negatively impacts mental health or personal relationships.

• When it is used for educational purposes.

• When it helps in maintaining social connections.

How does excessive phone use affect your eyes?

• Excessive phone use can cause digital eye strain, leading to dryness, irritation, and blurred vision.

• Using a phone can enhance eye health and prevent dryness.

• Excessive phone use has no impact on eye comfort or vision.

• Excessive phone use improves vision and reduces eye strain.

In what ways can technology impact your academic performance, like math grades?

• Technology has no effect on math grades.

• Technology can improve math grades by offering resources, tools, and personalized learning.

• Using technology always leads to lower grades.

• Technology can only distract students from their studies.

What strategies do you use to remember to blink more while using screens?

• Set timers and use visual reminders to blink more while using screens.

• Close your eyes for long periods to rest them.

• Increase screen brightness to reduce glare.

• Use a blue light filter to avoid eye strain.