Disadvantages of Technology in the Classroom
· Distraction in the classroom · Students love to use technology in the classroom but it tends to distract them, for example, the use of mobile phones to study in the classroom, distracts some students. Most of these smartphones have social applications like Twitter, Facebook, Youtube and Pinterest; students tend to use these social applications on their smartphones for entertainment purposes while in the classroom.
· It is expensive · Schools with small budgets cannot afford to integrate technology in their classrooms. Also parents with limited income cannot afford to buy laptops or iPads for their children. So not every school or student will be in position to use technology in the classroom. Then for schools which have managed to integrate technology in their classrooms, find trouble when it comes to maintaining these educational technologies.
· Requires training · Both teachers and students need extra training on how to use various educational technologies, this can cost both time and money.
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Negative effects of technology
The impact of technology on our social, mental, physical and environmental health can be devastating if we don't keep ourselves in check. There's no denying the benefits we have gained from technological advancements, but as with all things in life moderation is key. Being aware of the harmful aspects of the overuse of electronics will help you avoid any unnecessary pitfalls. Here are 20 negative effects technology can have.
1. Isolation · Social isolation is characterized by a lack of contact with other people in normal daily living, such as, the workplace, with friends and in social activities. We isolate ourselves by walking around in our own little world, listening to our iPods or staring at the screen of the latest mobile device even when we are around other people. Studies have shown that people who are socially isolated will live shorter lives.
2. Lack of Social Skills · The use of online social media outlets causes us to meet face-to-face with much less frequency resulting in a lack of much needed social skills. We lose the ability to read body language and social cues in other people.
3. Obesity · The more time people are spending engrossed in video games, talking to friends online and watching funny cat videos on YouTube, they are spending less time being active or exercising. Also the likelihood of mindlessly eating unhealthy food increases as people are hypnotized by the latest episode of Honey Boo Boo.
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4. Depression · Technology creates the perfect recipe for depression with the lack of human contact, overeating and lack of exercise. There is a reason the use of antidepressants are on the rise and the blame can't be completely dumped on the pharmaceutical companies. They aren't carting people into the doctor's office and force feeding them the pills. This isn't to say that depression isn't a real problem, but some people could cure their depression by living a healthier lifestyle.
5. Poor Sleep Habits · Some of the negative effects of technology can be linked to the effect it has on sleep habits. We get sucked into online activities that keep us up too late and the constant stream of information can make it difficult to turn off our brains. Also, the ambient glow from screens can affect the release of melatonin, the sleep chemical. Keeping technology out of the bedroom would be a very healthy habit to acquire.
6. Pollution · With the rapid-changing world of electronics and technology, the turnover rate for upgrades is staggering. This constant stream of out with the old, in with the new is adding to the levels of toxicity in our air and land.
E-waste is not always disposed of properly, causing deadly chemicals to leach into the ground. Plants that manufacture the electronics are emitting toxic fumes into the air. Plus there is little to no regulations on the disposal of personal E-waste.
7. Increased Bullying · The use of technology has caused an increase in bullying and escalated the degree of severity. Kids are no longer able to escape their tormentors once they reach the safety of their own homes. Bullies infiltrate the security of their victims' homes through online avenues. It is also easier to get more kids involved in bullying because people are more likely to say things online that they wouldn't say in person. The increase in cyber-bullying has also led to an increase in teen suicides.
8. Lack of Privacy · The Internet has stripped the world of privacy. Long gone are the days of having an unlisted telephone number and staying offline to keep your information safe from prying eyes. With a few flicks on a keyboard the average person can find anyone's address and contact information. For those with more sinister intentions, the use of phishing, viruses and hacking helps to find any information they wish to obtain. Plus, people have no sense of privacy online. They don't think twice about tweeting every move they make, freely giving out their location on Google Map and putting their entire life story on Facebook.
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9. Higher Level of Deceit · On the flip side of having no privacy, people use the Internet to deceive others. Most people don't dig too deeply when doing a search on someone to check them out. By creating a few false profiles, people are able to pretend to be whomever they want. People are being "catfished" on dating sites. Hell, you could be talking to someone on the FBI's top ten most wanted list and not realize it until you see them getting arrested on the news.
10. Warped Sense of Reality · Using the Internet as an escape from real life is very easy to do. In real life you only speak to a few people each day, there's no Photoshop or avatar for the reflection in your mirror, bills must be paid and saying smartass things is frowned upon. However, online you are a freaking rock star! You have enough "friends" to form a small country, you look great in your pics or you have a kickass avatar, plus you get rewards or points for saying clever things (more if the clever thing is also mean-spirited). Unfortunately we must live in the real world whether we like it or not.
11. Stress · Constantly being "plugged in" and "connected" causes an extra layer of stress that wasn't present before the overuse of technology.
12. Blackberry / iPhone Thumb · Tendonitis in the thumb, a.k.a. Blackberry / iPhone Thumb, is a form of repetitive strain injury caused by the frequent use of thumbs to press buttons on mobile devices. The same injury can also be obtained from playing too many video games.
13. Lack of Social Boundaries · Much in the same way that people over share on social media sites, there is an increasing tendency to cross social boundaries. Cyber stalking someone or sending unsolicited nude photos are examples of grossly crossing social boundaries.
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14. Constant Distraction · When we are focused on a device instead of what's going on around us we miss a great deal. Think of the number of times you have been texting or talking to a friend and missed the opportunity to flirt with the hot guy standing beside you. There is also a rise in the number of injuries incurred by people texting while walking.
15. Neck and Head Pain · Constantly looking down at devices can cause neck pain and over time will cause the neck to lose its natural curve. Eyestrain can also cause headaches, blurred vision and migraines.
16. Lack of Empathy · The constant stream of violent scenes on video games, TV, movies and YouTube causes people to become desensitized to destruction of any kind. The normalizing of bad things happening and the culture of narcissism created by social media creates a society of people who lack empathy. When people stop caring, the world goes to hell in a hand basket.
17. More Violence · After people lose empathy and are accustomed to violence, it becomes the social norm. Teenage girls are videoing themselves violently beating another girl; the number of school shootings are rising and videos of people attacking homeless people are a few examples of violent behavior caused by media.
18. Higher Energy Consumption · Although individual devices are becoming more energy efficient, the increased overall use is causing a higher consumption of energy. People don't turn their devices off; they keep computers on or plugged in, mobile devices charging and televisions plugged in. Also manufacturing all of these high tech toys causes an increase in greenhouse gas emissions.
19. Developmental Issues in Children · Children are using more technology now than they have ever used in the past. All of the negative effects that social media and television is having on adults are far greater when it comes to the developing minds of children. There is no way to know what long term effect technology will have on our children because this is the first generation to have unlimited access.
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20. Loss of Hearing and Eyesight · Using headphones and ear buds can cause people to lose their hearing over time. Likewise, straining your eyes looking at computer and device screens can cause people to need glasses much earlier in life.
Be more mindful of the time you spend using technology. If you have longer conversations with Siri than you do with real people, it's probably time to put the phone down. Force yourself to have an electronic-free day or weekend. When you go on vacation, don't take your phone or at least put it on "do not disturb". Creating balance will help you enjoy the benefits of technology without becoming a mindless Internet zombie.
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