The American Family and Technology

            The American family is a major part of life here in The United States and many families have values that have been instilled in them since their ancestors came to the country. However, with time comes change in everything. There are many values and ways of life that are changing so rapidly because of technology and we can all hardly keep up. This quarter on my blog I will evaluate how the American family as a whole has been effected by the advancements in technology that have led to a faster, and more connected society. Through thorough research and self conducted evaluation of my own family I will find out how technology has changed the American family. More questions will be raised throughout the quarter, but initially we can ask quite a few. Has technology changed our families for better or worse? Is this change only generationally, or does it affect everyone in the entire family. Who uses technology the most, and who uses technology most effectively? All of these questions and more will assist in the ongoing research process. The study of the family unit is very crucial to the success of our future generations. The more we understand the changes that the family goes through at each stage is a valuable study tool. I believe my family is perfect for observational purposes because I have a wide age range of immediate family members considering I have 6 little brothers all at different ages. Going past immediate family I will also question and observe my grandparents as well as aunts and uncles to see how their households function and change with the use of technology. Throughout the quarter I hope to help you all to better understand how technology as effected the American family.