In the last period around three decades, there has been a tremendous development in the field of electronics and communication. It’s become a big influence of technique on our life. Electronic device, multimedia and computers are things we have to deal with everyday.
Especially the Internet also is becoming more and more important for nearly everybody as it is one of the newest and most forward-looking media and surely the medium of the future.
The impact of this progress on our lives, it’s become the acquisition of some of the technological means of luxuries or manifestation of the manifestations of urbanization and modernity at the other But this was be The degree of obsession.
These days we’ve become addicted to the Internet and technology, like a drugs addiction. And find it accessible to young adults and even kids as young as two years old, playing electronics devices such as Ipad.
On the other hand , Internet has become a place where we spend the many hours for the purpose of business or leisure or socializing with others or other purposes , and when it is this use of moderate to no impact on the social life of the person and make him lose communication with the social environment , there is no problem, but on the other side there is a sector a wide range of people around the world the Internet has become for them the case of addiction out of control, rather than being just a necessary part of their lives. addicted Internet behavior forced enters into the daily life of people and cause a lot of tension between family members , friends and lovers at work , it is a psychological problem and behavioral spread all over the world may not be imagined
Therefore we thought it would be necessary it think about some good and bad aspects of how this medium influences us, what impacts it has on our social behavior, healthy impact and what the future will look like.
” Where it says “Kimberly Young”, medical director of a treatment center of Internet addiction in the United States and the author of ” falling into the clutches of the Internet” that about 5 to 10 percent of Americans – about 15 to 30 million people – suffer from addiction to deal with the Internet. The problem may be bigger than that in the other place . Young also said that from 18 to 30 percent of the population of China, Korea and Taiwan , where there is the Internet more than the United States are addicted to the use of the Internet more than any other place .”) Medical Center in Bradford, Pennsylvania, United States,(Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (February 27, 1998)
“Survey results were about the use of the Internet in a number of countries in the Middle East and Africa for a big increase in the use of the Internet via mobile devices in these countries .
The survey, which was conducted in collaboration with research firm for mobile devices On Device Research during the period from November 2012 until January 2013 , included six countries in the region listed are : Saudi Arabia , UAE, Egypt , South Africa , Nigeria,Kenya , and contained questions such as how to make a decision to choose operator communications , and the use of advanced services in telecommunications services such as television and video over the Internet and other applications .It emerged from the survey that 87 % of respondents use their mobile phones as the only means to access the Internet.
More than 33 million children are addicted to games, in America, 88 % of children addicted to gaming in the Arab world, 80% of children addicted to gaming and Aruba in 80% of children addicted to gaming. This is a serious problem and should not be tolerated and is to blame on the parents.'(Ministry of communication and information technology in Saudi Arabia, www.mcit.gov.sa, 12/4/2014)
The impact of the Internet on the family relationships
Most researchers have focused on broad descriptions of trends in the use of the Internet, such as time spent using computers and the Internet and the ways in which children and adults use these technologies. Few researchers have examined the ways in which the Internet has altered family functioning.
One area of speculation is whether computer technology strengthens or damages relationships among family members. One of the earliest studies on the role of the Internet in family life monitored a group of parents and their teenagers over their first 1 to 2 years of Internet use. Parents and adolescents used the Internet more often to interact (e.g., sending and receiving e-mail) with non-household members than to seek information or entertainment. They also spent less time communicating in the household with family members than they did before gaining Internet access. These results give credibility to the fears that Internet use damages family relationships; however, a follow-up study 2 to 3 years later found that these initial declines in family communication did not persist (Kraut et al., 1998).
The Internet can be used to help families when it is used to create new ways of providing peer support, family life education, and family therapy. For example, there is numerous news groups online devoted to family issues such as divorce, death, or children with special needs. Additionally, family life educators and family therapists have begun to create online opportunities to provide help to families.
The impact of the Internet on the society
The Internet is becoming the most important tool to humans today. There are many different uses for every kind of person. For instance, online banking saves time and money over traditional banking. Small businesses have been rewriting the rules to commerce with the use of the Internet. The Internet will continue to grow while people find more uses for it every day. It is able to find information on any topic imagined at your greatest convenience.
As the Internet keeps growing, problems continue growing as well. Researchers argue some disadvantages of an Internet based society. Most of these drawbacks are a result of decreased face-to-face communication and the ability to escape identity.
Although there are conflicting research findings on this topic, an article published by Science Daily reported that time spent on the Internet was associated with later declines in within house family communication and a decrease in the number of friends and acquaintances with which they kept ties.
Lack of conflict resolution
The same article suggests that communication on the web is taking away necessary human conflict. For example, if an Internet conversation starts getting heated or if someone gets angry, it is too easy to just sign off and not deal with the issue. Resolving conflict is a part of life that shouldn’t be avoided and is usually psychologically helpful.
Loneliness
Another proposed disadvantage is that a couple of studies have found strong correlations between frequency of Internet use and loneliness. People that use the Internet often are more likely to become lonely and depressed than those that don’t. One proposal as to why this is the case is because of a potential reduced social support system as a result of the Internet.
Internet addiction
There is some controversy over whether it is possible to actually be addicted to the Internet or not. Some researchers, like John M. Grohol, claim that it is simply people trying to escape their problems in an online world and cannot be classified as an addiction. Other psychologists, including Jennifer R. Ferris, believe that Internet addiction is a true psychological disorder with definable symptoms. The symptoms are comparable to any addiction, withdrawal, loss of relationships or job and significant time consumption. If an actual addiction exists or doesn’t exist, the underlying themes that support the addiction theory are still an issue. Whether people are trying to escape problems and reality or they will go through withdrawal if they aren’t surfing the net or chatting, it is still psychologically unhealthy.
Technology uses
Well, there are many uses for technology. One of these, of course, is to simply provide a way to communicate with others. Another is to provide safety, such as the technology used to navigate aircraft. Another use of technology is to simply make life easier, and less manual. For example, a hundred years ago you would have to read a book to find out information on a topic. Now, you can just ‘surf the net’. Technology also helps in companies, as it can store information that is easily editable and findable. The final use of technology is simply for entertainment, such as using the IPod.
The impact of the Internet on education
The deep impact of Internet on education has simply changed the world of education. Revolutionizing the way education is imparted; the classrooms have been brought right in the homes of the students. The Internet is the modern engine of progress and has had a far more invasive effect on our education. It has given anew fresh approach with online education.
Information Superhighway along with personal computers is fast transforming the world. The impact of Internet on education can be felt in homes, schools, colleges, universities, with information available at lightning speed. Today a vast amount of information is available at just a click of the mouse. Students and teachers are using a large number of learning tools, thanks to the Internet.
The new web technology has made it easy for students all over world to get the skills they need to progress in society and enhance their life style. Students get savvy with computers and internet at much younger age. Such is the impact of internet on education. It motivates the students to acquire better thinking skills, remain well informed and grow as responsible citizens for their country.
The drive to integrate technology into our nation’s schools goes far beyond the Internet. If the Internet didn’t exist, advanced technology would still have so many valuable educational uses distance learning applications, collaborative learning, and so forth that far larger investments than are being contemplated would be justified. ‘Using Internet for education is much more interesting too. You can refer to larger number of topics in a lesser time and the graphics and animations make the study material much more interesting that those traditional books. Teachers too find it easy to give assignments on computer and track the progress of their students. Education is a matter of values and action and is a basic human process. The positive impact of Internet on education has only enhanced the educational process, bringing the classroom, students and the teacher on one platform. Regardless of gender, race, age, geographic location, language or any disability, Internet gives an equal chance to all to progress in the field of education.
The Internet has proven to be a double-edged sword for education. Teachers and students benefit from the unprecedented access to information the Internet provides, as well as from the ability to share knowledge across the globe. However, reliance on the Internet also has many negative effects. Educators must be aware of the dangers the Internet poses so they can avoid potential pitfalls.
WORK ETHIC
Children growing up in the Internet age expect instant gratification. They can easily get online and find anything they want, from their favorite TV shows and music videos to troublesome homework answers. The Internet means no waiting and instant results with minimal effort. These traits don’t translate to the classroom, where teachers expect students to work for their grades. As a result, students are often unable to work through problems. They also fail to manage their time efficiently.
ATTENTION SPAN
Everything about the Internet is fast. Web sites streamline information and deliver it in quick bursts, making it easy to digest and understand. Even popular video clips seldom last longer than a minute or two, ensuring visitors don’t get bored and explore the competition that’s only a mouse-click away. This constant supply of available entertainment has reduced the average attention span. Students may struggle to follow in-depth discussions or to stay focused throughout a normal classroom period, making it more difficult for teachers to work through their lesson plans.
CHEATING
The Internet archives the world’s knowledge. Students can find essays or test answers for any subject imaginable. Knowing that the correct answers are readily available online can prove far too tempting for some students, which leads to academic fraud, plagiarism, and rampant cheating. Educators have taken steps to counter such practices. They have developed sites that check essays and research papers against published content to detect pilfered material. Determined students may attempt to circumvent such safeguards by using social media and message boards to share class information. This contributes to culture of cheating that didn’t exist on such a scale before the Internet.
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
A full education enhances the mind and body. Hours spent surfing the Internet, playing online games, and engaging on social networks can drastically hinder a child’s physical development. Such technological distractions place an even greater emphasis on the need for regular exercise and physical activity. Schools unable or unwilling to provide a physical education component run the risk of contributing to their students’ sedentary lifestyle.