1. By: Guleed, Eugene & Niesanthan

2.  The topic of this project is to determine the effect that technology has had on the way people interact with each other  Our research analyzes the change in the number of relationships and the quality of relationships between people  Focused on social technologies

3.  Social Norms: The set of common understandings and values that allow members of a society to choose among a set of options  Technology: We will be discussing social and communication technologies in particular  Relationships: Includes friendships and relationships with significant others

4.  http://www.ethics.ubc.ca/workingpapers/cae/cae002.pdf http://www.ethics.ubc.ca/workingpapers/cae/cae002.pdf This paper analyzes the interplay between technology and social norms with specific reference to an experiment conducted in Cyprus  www.smithsonianmag.com/...s-Us-Better-Social-Beings.html www.smithsonianmag.com/...s-Us-Better-Social-Beings.html This article discusses the change in social norms from the 1970s to today, providing statistics from relevant studies  maristpoll.marist.edu/...20Personal%20Relationships.htm maristpoll.marist.edu/...20Personal%20Relationships.htm Results from a survey conducted in the US about whether people feel technology improves their relationships  news.discovery.com/...does-online-dating-work.html news.discovery.com/...does-online-dating-work.html Analyzes the effectiveness and prevalence of online dating in our society

5.  This is an important issue because people’s lives are more dependent on technology than ever before  Less and less of social interactions occur face-to- face  Technology is only going to become a more significant aspect of our lives  Important to see the effect today to understand the potential effect tomorrow

6.  To determine the frequency with which students use social media, and the effect of these technologies on social norms  Paid particular attention to online dating and relationships  Seeing the effects today allows for a more accurate prediction of the situation in the future  Develop ways to minimize downsides and maximize benefits of technology

7.  Began by gathering relevant resources using Diigo, and highlighting important points  Created and conducted a student survey to determine how often students use social media, and what they thought was acceptable conduct  Combined primary and secondary research to develop a sense of how students and adults felt that technology impacted their lives  Analyzed this data and inputted results into this presentation

9.  Facebook users are more likely to be involved in community and political activities, and are 43% more likely to vote  People have larger circles of friends  Communicate more often due to ease Tips to Maximize Benefits  Use technology with moderation  Be careful with what you say online, body language is not conveyed  Do not substitute face-to-face interactions entirely with online chats

10.  Driving while texting causes 11000 deaths per year in Ontario  Privacy is threatened because anyone can access your information  Body language cannot be conveyed through most social media platforms  Fewer face-to-face interactions  Potential for addiction Tips to Minimize Problems  Change privacy settings to only allow friends to access your information  Only use during free time  Do not say anything you would not say in person  Avoid using sarcasm online, because no one can see your expressions

11.  Social norms and relationships are changing for the better as a result of technology  It is easier to meet new people and communicate regularly than ever before  Survey results show that the majority of students use social media, so it is important to learn proper etiquette online  There are negative aspects, but these are far outweighed by the benefits

12.  Computer studies teachers should teach students proper web etiquette  Students should use social media for educational purposes as well

13.  Will the behaviors in our society change drastically in the future due to technology? Will the changes negatively or positively affect our society? Think of possible ways that the use technology can further change the way we behave in society and how that will affect the society as well as individuals.