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Is technology harming teens?

Regarding: school performance, mental abilities (i.e. math calculations), social abilities, world awareness etc.

"Technology" meaning use of and reliance on, not existence of.

For example, does the use of calculators for children in elementary and middle schools decrease the ability of the child to perform mental math him or herself? Alternatively, is mental math needed now that efficient and complex calculators exist?

As most users of CD are teens, try to be objective.

Yes

Side Score: 32
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No

Side Score: 15
2 points

Technology does have many health risks. Several studies show that the heat, magnetic and electronic waves from the machinery cause more damage than smoking and they also cause brain cancer and even brain tumor.

Side: yes
1 point

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Side: yes
1 point

Technology deals with human as well as other animal species' usage and knowledge of tools and crafts, and how it affects a species' ability to control and adapt to its natural environment

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Side: yes
2 points

Yes, I think it is.

It is impossible to count the number of silly spelling mistakes such as '2' instead of 'too', or 'to' I've seen from my classmates sitting next to me. I think it's obvious what we can blame for that.

I don't consider myself a good speller either, even though I'm technically the 3rd best speller in my year level. And guess what? I barely use my mobile phone-only for emergancies.

Also, with all the cyberbullying and resulting suicides that are happening all the time, it is quite difficult to answer 'no' to this debate. I don't know about the rest of the world, but in Australia, reports of suicide because of being bullied online make the headlines frequently.

Side: yes
2 points

Okay, I had better post this now and get it over and done with.

People are arguing that technology helped developed cures for various forms of diseases and other illnesses.

Technology also helped develop guns and nuclear bombs.

My point: Technology helps problems and creates problems.

Side: yes
1 point

Partly no cos not all technologies harm us, like you said the calculator. It's actually darn useful. But some do harm like mobile phones and computers. Basically anything that sends out electronic, heat or magnetic waves is dangerous.

Side: No
1 point

The patriarchal state of society consists of two stages, tribe and clan. The tribe is a large group of hundreds of members who descend from one common male ancestor, sometimes from a fictitious character satisfying

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Side: yes
SMCdeBater(242) Disputed
1 point

Partly no?

Then you admit that technology does create harm, and that this harm does impact teens!

Danger is within all forms of technology, in one form or another.

Danger is also within a world that we do not fully understand, the Internet, hence problems such as cyber bullying.

Side: yes

Physically, technology doesn't harm teens, but mentally, maybe because all the distractions is produces from learning.

Side: yes
SMCdeBater(242) Disputed
1 point

Physically, technology does harm teens.

Suicide? Obesity? Various physical illnesses and diseases such as cancer?

All comply, undoubtedly.

Side: yes
1 point

Look, it is quite obvious that technology dominates the lives of various teenagers, myself included, and it is easy for mistakes to happen. However, it is also evident that technology can lead to problems that go far beyond mere "accidents," and this is where the term "harm" comes into play.

Take MSN for example; millions of teens worldwide use MSN accounts in order to technologically chat to a friend or other, and because of this, it is easy to get lost in all the new SMS style language that is often used by users. When you are chatting to someone online, there are dangers, and not just the obvious ones. For instance, you can't always tell "how" someone is speaking to you. For example, saying 'I am ok' doesn't reveal much emotion in your sentence, and therefore, doesn't reveal how a person actually feels. It is too easy for teens to make mistakes when it comes to chatting; perhaps they say things that do not benefit how a person feels, or they deliberately call someone else hurtful names for certain reasons. This is where we see Cyber Bullying, and how it has affected the lives of thousands of teens from all parts of the world. If a teen is continuously bullied, depression is one common result, which can often, and has, lead to suicide. But why just limit Cyber Bullying to the Internet, when this similarly occurs on mobile phones and e-mails? Cyber Bullying is finding new technological crawlplaces to sneak into, and the situation can often become uncontrolled and fatal.

One other major harm that is highly evident with teenagers is technological addiction, which can occur within Internet chatting, gaming, online gaming, excessive downloading, website interests, etc. This involves repetitive uses of certain technology to an addictive extent. This is one of the leading causes of teenage obesity and is again a problem that can be seen worldwide (in some countries it may occur more than others). Addictive habits towards technology do not promote any form of exercise, which is why a build up of excessive energy and fats are not removed from the body, hence, obesity is the result. One problem with this is that parents don't always make an effort towards promoting more physical activities for their child(ren), and their child is the one who is teased for being overweight and whose only friends are probably halfway across the world within a new online game. Another problem is that teenagers often lack the will to participate in physical activities, which also results in a further interest in technology. Sooner or later, teens become so addicted and so overweight, they find regular activities harder in daily life, and are then forced to resort to simpler methods, which again, sinks the teen deeper into a life without physical activity.

The above two problems are the most common when it comes to teenagers, and teenagers are still* suffering as a result of it. More teenagers need to start accepting that life isn't limited to technology, and that anyone who believes so should get outside and get to know planet Earth. I am 15, and I am a regular user on the Internet, but I also play Basketball, Chess, Compete in School Debates, Compete in Public Speaking Competitions, and most of all, socialize with friends outside the Internet. It isn't hard to break away from technology, yet most teens are drawn into a life of technology one way or another. Some do it to "fit in," some do it to "try new things," and some do it "just because it is there to do." Like I said, it isn't hard to break away; some people just need more help doing this than others.

Side: yes

I have yet to meet a teen that can live without his or her iPod while texting ;)

Side: yes
1 point

I have yet to meet a teen that willingly does not use any form of technology.

Side: yes
1 point

I Suport using wireless technology in class room. Recent advances in wireless technology provide interesting and effective solutions to two perennial problems in large-classroom teaching. The first of these is how to encourage students to participate actively. In lecture classes, a variety of diversions can conspire to distract students from the speaker at the podium. Some of these problems can be alleviated by alternatives to straight lectures—for example, interactive learning techniques such as group discussion or student presentations. However, many instructors feel uncomfortable using these techniques. The second problem is how to monitor student comprehension. As instructors, we generally believe that our lectures are good and that the students are learning quite a bit. Nonetheless, in large classes we usually have no simple way of assessing how well students understand the material, other than by reviewing their midterm and final test scores. From day-to-day interactions in the classroom, it is extraordinarily difficult to gauge understanding. Conversing with class members can help students to understand the subject.

Side: yes
1 point

I have to say, I agree that technology hurts all people- and helps them. The problem I have with it being teenagers is once again people avoiding responsibility: parents. If you have a teenager under 18 why do they have so much access to technology? I have seen elementary school kids with cell phones, whilst their parents are distracted themselves on theirs. They wonder why their kids are unfocused and unattentive, why they're fat, lazy or irritated? It's just insane. Get off the cell phones and get back to reality. Spend time and get involved in childrens lives!

Side: yes
1 point

coz many teens nowadays just using modern devices without reading the instructions b4 or they know nothing that technology may bring harm to 'em. so they don't know how to use it properly. their unstable emotions also affect 'em not to think nicely about the right usage of technology. teens aren't adults right?

Side: yes
1 point

Modern technology will teach how to assemble bombs and weapons, so often used it by countries to fight and war. as well as, modern technology can improve the weaponry to the terrorists in action that could threaten public safety.

Side: yes
1 point

Yes, I think it is.

It is impossible to count the number of silly spelling mistakes such as '2' instead of 'too', or 'to' I've seen from my classmates sitting next to me. I think it's obvious what we can blame for that.

I don't consider myself a good speller either, even though I'm technically the 3rd best speller in my year level. And guess what? I barely use my mobile phone-only for emergancies.

Also, with all the cyberbullying and resulting suicides that are happening all the time, it is quite difficult to answer 'no' to this debate. I don't know about the rest of the world, but in Australia, reports of suicide because of being bullied online make the headlines frequently.

Side: Yes
1 point

I have to say, I agree that technology hurts all people- and helps them. The problem I have with it being teenagers is once again people avoiding responsibility: parents. If you have a teenager under 18 why do they have so much access to technology? I have seen elementary school kids with cell phones, whilst their parents are distracted themselves on theirs. They wonder why their kids are unfocused and unattentive, why they're fat, lazy or irritated? It's just insane. Get off the cell phones and get back to reality. Spend time and get involved in childrens lives!

Side: Yes
1 point

Too much of anything is bad. And there is too much.

I have seen kids in my grade fall due to tech.

In 5th grade they were athletic and had sports going for them.

In 9th grade all they wanted to do is sit down and play COD.

Side: Yes
1 point

Do I forget the multiplication tables after using a calculator for months? Yes. Do I forget to spell or use the right grammer after so many txts and using spell and grammar check? Yes Do I find myself compulsively checking my phone and my FB for messages? Yes. Are there studies suggesting the use of technology alters brainwaves, and increases anxiety and depression?.... yes, yes yes. Ok so has technology benefited society? Yes. Soooo it just needs to be better managed.

Side: Yes

1. They get fat

2. Ear damage

3. Time consuming

4. Small attenion span

Side: Yes
2 points

Not as much as it is believed. In fact, technology implemented in media allows faster communication and information retrieval (consider this website). Also, consider medical technology. It has enabled many to live when conditions would have prevented that prior to the introduction of said technologies.

Side: No
1 point

yeah uh i dont think you know what you are talking about. you see technoligy and stupidity work in cycles.

for example- technoligy is made by smart people. it is used by stupid people, and the stupid people are inspired into being smart. they make technoligy and it starts all over again.

stupidity- porn. its made by stupid people. porn inspires stupid people into being porn stars . it starts all over again.

so no. technoligy isnt harming teens.

Side: No
1 point

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Side: No
1 point

technology help to human being cure from the pain, who physical not able walk technology make it possible to walk faster than others.

Side: No
SMCdeBater(242) Disputed
1 point

Used by stupid people? So, are you stupid? If not, have you made any form of technology that is being used by others? Please reconsider your argument, as it is highly flawed.

Porn is made by stupid people? Seriously? I'm not trying to support porn, but people who make porn (the ones who design, record, and upload) work hard at making sure that people know about it. As for the ones partaking in porn, stupidity is most likely a given...

Question: How do you define "Stupid?"

To assume that technology isn't harming teens is ridiculous. Have you heard of cyber bullying? Of obesity as a result of technological addiction? Of teenage depression and suicide as a result of technology? Not to mention that harm that technology does to our health and planet...!

So yes, technology is harming teens.

Side: yes
1 point

teenage depression and suicide as a result of technology?

I'm afraid that the largest cause of depression in most teen's lives is the education system. Constant pressure, coupled with making choices of such gravity at such a time of rebellion and uncertainty are what causes suicide. I don't condone this, of course, as I view suicide as a form of weakness, but it is understandable that some wish to run to an eternal sanctuary from all fears.

Cyberbullying is, of course, a factor, but as most bullies come into contact with their victims at school, it is more of a final nail into the coffin, no pun intended.

Not to mention that harm that technology does to our health and planet...!

Well, as to health, never in our history as a species have we seen such longevity and (relative) freedom from disease. It is because of advances in medicine made available through technology, as well as computers that allow us to live in such health. The major causes of obesity are diet and exercise (or rather lack thereof). The lack of exercise can be linked with technology, but then, most obese people are just lazy.

The planet? As far as I can see it's trying to kill us! Hurricanes, tsunamis, earthquakes, volcanoes, we have to destroy it before it destroys us.

Also, your assertions that porn-stars are stupid does not make much sense to me.

Paid to have sex with (mostly) hot women?

That doesn't sound stupid to me.

Addendum

The planet part was a joke, don't read into it.

Side: No
1 point

With the use of technology, students now know how volcanoes are formed with a click of a button. Find out more about other cultures in which maybe their teachers do not even know the existence of, as well as share their creative works online and get instant comments on it. Now, these are things one can never do without the use of technology. Sure, everything works both ways, but just as it is harming teens through stuff such as pornography and vulgar content, it is also helping teens learn more about their world even more than what the classroom can offer them. The use of calculators, as stated in the context, will not decrease any teen's mental ability to do maths as long as he/she knows how to do the question with or without a calculator. Furthermore,in the future, I don't think bosses will go "I want you to calculate my company's profits for me. and you're not allowed to use a calculator!" In fact, it applies just about any occupations the teens may undertake in the future. Even teachers use calculators when calculating basic scores and statistics. Does that make their mental ability to do maths deteriorate? I don't think so.

Side: No
SMCdeBater(242) Disputed
1 point

"With the use of technology, students know how volcanoes are formed with a click of a button."

This proves that anyone can post anything on the Internet. I can make a website that states that George Bush is gay if I really wanted to, or to make my point clearer, I could post a website which shows how the sun revolves around the Earth.

Now, these are things that one can never do without the use of technology."

Where is the evidence in that? Haven't you heard of talking, posting letters, referencing from books, and comparing information with a neighbouring person? My point here is that regardless of how harder things may be, we can work without the Internet.

To your point on using a calculator, I would like to make a personal statement. I am in Year 10, and I know for a fact that within my school we will not be able to use any form of technology to assist us in Maths Tests during Years 11 and 12. This demands a higher knowledge of mathematics from students, which allows for a greater amount of concentration and productivity to occur within classrooms.

What you have forgotten is that this debate is titled: "Is technology harming teens?" Not: "Is technology beneficial for teens?" Technology is harming teens in several ways, such as the ones that I have mentioned in another post (Cyber Bullying, Addiction, etc). This fact cannot be denied, and therefore, this debate is completely one-sided. There is no liable argument to suggest that technology does not harm teens at all.

Side: yes

Regarding: school performance, mental abilities (i.e. math calculations), social abilities, world awareness etc.

School performance

Well, as modestly as possible, I'm the smartest person in my year, and I have never had to study or take private tutelage etc, so I really can't comment on what reduces performance.

Mental abilities.

I really wouldn't relish the thought of doing 'x=-b +/- (sq-rt)b(sqrd)-4ac all over 2a mentally. Would you? Actually, how would you find a square root of a number without a calculator? I can do 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 36 etc, but 133.479? Come on!

Actually, I play a lot of RTS, and calculating troop numbers and economic projections, I find, only helps mental maths abilities.

Social abilities

Well, either you have them or you don't. Besides being funny, what other social abilities are there? All you have to do is relieve the ever-present tension with a joke or two, and everything is fine again! (Irony) Besides, now that Facebook has given us friends, why do we need friends?

World awareness

Before technology there was no world awareness, aside from knowing that Napoleon was Bad and that Wellington was good.

Side: No
SMCdeBater(242) Disputed
1 point

I agree with you in the sense that technology does hold some great benefits for the entire world, and that things like calculated problems and global research can easily be solved.

What I think that you don't understand is that we aren't discussing how "great" technology is, we are discussing whether or not technology harms teens, which it does in one way or another. Unless somebody can put me in my place and say how technology does not harm teens in any way, this debate will remain one-sided.

Side: yes
1 point

technology is a wonderful thing..........the misuse is altogether a different thing......technology has helped a million teens in the world.......they get to know that the complications and problems they are facing there is some1 else as well who faces it or faced it ..........they get no they're not alone............tecnology is developed by intelligent ppl to inspire others and saves alot of time..........

Side: No
1 point

I think it helps me more then hurts me. Everything in life has risks, yes some teen use the internet in the wrong way and some just play games for 12 hours strait and don't go to school but except for those people it helps a lot. It has helped me stay in contact with old friends and it has even allowed me to make some new ones.

Side: No

I don't think so. Technology is improving the way teens learn and interact with each other.

Side: No