...it did not hurt at all, but a short time later when I looked at my warped and twisted ankles, sudden excruciating pain, my whole body was wrapped. Rolling around on the ground yelling and cussing in pain, my parents saw what happened and came running to my aid. After about ten minutes of yelling and screaming, I finally got up and held my wrist as I walked to the car. The whole way to the hospital the pain got worse and worse. Later I foound out the increase in pain was due to swelling the broken bone. After waiting impatiently, I finally learned that x-rays were taken and my wrist was broken and my doctor put plaster on my broken wrist. It was the worst day of my life and I’ll never forget the pain I had. First Love: Narrative I may not have had a first love to remember, but I still remember vividly my first crush. First, Her name was...
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...Introduction INFORMATION Students at High Schools in St.Louis are not allowed to use cell phones during school hours. The Disciplinary actions for students caught using a cell phone are: First Violation: The device will be confiscated and a parent/guardian must schedule a conference at the school to retrieve item. Second Violation: The device will be confiscated, student fined P1,200.00, parent/guardian must schedule a conference to retrieve the item, and (1) day suspension of student. Third (or more) Violations: The device will be confiscated, student loses privileges of possessing electronic devices for 1 year, student fined P2,400.00, more suspension days and/or referred to Student Tribunal Court. School districts across the states have similar policies because cell phones and other electronic devices are seen as an interference to the learning process. On the other hand, there are arguments that these rules are too strict and school districts should find ways to embrace the cell phone technology used by students on a daily basis. LITERATURE CAUSE AND EFFECT In today’s fast-moving and globalised world it is almost impossible to imagine our day-to-day life without mobile-phones. It is one of the most successful inventions of the 20th century, which has become a convenient means of communication. Modern mobile phones perform many other functions as well; they can substitute for such devices as music players, cameras and organizers. Most of them also...
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...more Information Technology (IT) literate. Education sector has been targeted to be an introduction sector to implement Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools to advance learning and teaching processes. As such, Government of Malaysia has been working on few strategies to introduce electronic gadget applications in Malaysian schools to improve quality of education inclusively. In this study, we have conducted a survey to study the needs and acceptability of electronic gadgets such as mobile phones in schools, then analyzed outcome of survey accordingly. The result of the survey shows level of acceptance on the use of electronic gadget in schools and ethical consideration has been considered to decide best decision to overcome its negative impacts. Based on ethical consideration, the use of electronic gadgets in schools should be permitted as it brings more valuable benefits towards nation and society well-being. Malaysian to maintain high level of ethics and morality act to be able to use and handle knowledge well. Keywords: IT gadgets; Mobile phone; Information and Communication Technology; Malaysia Schools 1. Introduction 1.1. ICT as enable tools towards K-economy status in Malaysia Moving towards Vision 2020, Malaysia needs to...
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...Driving and Mobile Phones 2 In the early 1900's mobile phones were introduced. As time went on mobile phones became apart of people daily lives. Today, most people aren’t able to function without their phones. Whatever you personal preference is your mobile phone can do it. Mobile companies are in a constant battle to offer more services for less and the phone are getting smaller, faster, and better quality. These services are a strong competitor for land line companies. In fact, most people don’t have a land-line phone. More and more drivers are becoming distracted on the road, be it the radio, other motorist, or children. As mobile phones become more common people are questioning how to deal with this distraction and does it pose the same danger as drunk driving? In 1908 the first wireless telephone was released as a “cave radio”. By 1910, Lars Magnus Ericsson installed a mobile phone in his car, this was not a radio telephone. 1926 first class passenger trains in Europe first used radio telephones. In the 1950's the first generation of mobile phones were introduced. Hand held phones have been available since 1973. Mobile phone were very expensive, large, had poor quality, and was used mostly as a status symbol then a tool. During the 1980's mobile phones were advanced to the 1G network featuring international roaming. The second generation mobile phone in the 1990's known as the 2G network, allowed mobile phone to send and receive...
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...to the key determinants of the demand; demographics, technology, geography and government regulation; cell phones today are now a necessity rather than a luxury item. Demographics What once was a commodity for the elite, older and urban residents is now being used by people of low income, young children and residents in rural areas. Mobile phones have become such a necessity that people on welfare are eligible to receive a free phone with a limited amount of call minutes. Nowadays, it has become the social norm for young elementary school aged children to own a cell phone too. Parents want to be able to always reach their children in case of an emergency and vice versa. Also, due to the increased amount of cell phone network towers being built, even the rural areas are able to receive signal for service. Technology With technology evolving so rapidly, manufacturers are packing as much as they can into phones until they are identical to computers. Phones are now equipped with 5-8 megapixel cameras with a flash, secondary cameras on the front for videoconferencing, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, touch-screen LCDs, and faster processors with more advanced web browsers. (Shideed, 2010) The proliferation of smartphone applications and the overwhelming demand for increasingly efficient and convenient wireless communications has created business opportunities far and wide for phone manufacturers and wireless network operators, but it also has created some setbacks. Most notably is the communications...
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...Children’s Perspective ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..... 5 Cell Phone Companies’ Perspective ………………………………………………………………………….……………..………... 6 Figure 2: Two Examples of Cell Phones Designed for Kids...….……………………………………..………... 6 Child Advocates’ Perspective …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Parents’ Perspective………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….... 8 Figure 3: Survey Questions …….………………………………................................................................. 9 Recommendations …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 10 Figure 4: Teen Cell Phones and Smartphones Ownership …………………………………..……………….. 11 References ……………………………………………………………………………………….………………..……..…………………….. 14 Appendix …...……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….…………….. 16 Case Analysis Children: The Final Frontier . . . For Cell Phones It is difficult to exist in today’s society without being influenced by the dramatic increase of the technology use and especially the use of cell phones. The cell phone market is becoming more saturated and competitive. Thus, marketers tend to look for new segment groups, study them, and eventually influence their decisions. Due to the rise reliance on technology, much of the communication between teens occurs through the digital use, particularly through their cell phones and smartphones. More than 65% of American preteens have their own cell phones. (Solomon, 2011)...
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...Safeguarding children in early years setting Theoretical perspectives on safeguarding have developed over the years and include a range of different themes and perspectives.(Oliver and Pitt 2011).Therefore I have decided to do my literature review on safeguarding children as I feel that gaining for knowledge on how to safeguard children I am able to be more confident and also apply them to my setting. I also want to improve my knowledge of current policies and practice aimed at safeguarding children and young people. In my setting I avoid to implement the safeguarding policies as I do not have much knowledge. In my literature review I will research on how we safeguard the children, working together with other agency, the effects on children that are maltreated. I will be also looking at theories and why child maltreatment occurs. Safeguarding legislation and government guidance says that safeguarding means protecting children from maltreatment, preventing impairment of children’s health or development ensuring that children are growing up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care (Barlow and Schrader-McMillan 2010). However according to the legislation taking action is there to enable all children and young people to have the best outcome. “The action we take to promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm - is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone who comes into contact with children and families has a role to play working together...
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...Introduction . what are the potential health issues associated with cellular telephone use? Whether it’s the increased use of cell phones by children, or the overall increase in cell phone use by adults, human exposure to electromagnetic radiation is happening in ways never dreamed of before. Very young children are using them, teenagers live on them—and some even sleep with them on their pillows, as cell phones are often used as alarm clocks. What do these exposures consist of and what do they mean for human health? Whether cell phone use affects the human nervous system and reproduction, causes DNA damage and behavioral changes, or creates addictive behavior, cell phones are now ubiquitous in our lives. Cell phone technology has changed quickly over time and continues to develop, which means that human exposures also change over time. This report explores what we know about cell phone use, exposures, and human health. Impact of mobile phone technology in environment: The Cell Phone Problem Electromagnetic Radiation _ All cell phones emit a type of radiation called an electromagnetic field (EMF), composed of waves of electric and magnetic energy moving together through space. Different types of electromagnetic energy are categorized by their wavelengths and frequencies and comprise the electromagnetic “spectrum” (see next page). _ Different radiation frequencies are used by different...
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...Abstract Academic achievement of a student is always a main concern for the parents that hoping for the success of their children. In fact, there are factors influencing academic achievement of a student in Malaysia. First of all, social life became a main factor to influence a student in especially from the family, friends and tutors where there might have both positive and negative impact upon the children. Apart from that, the advanced technology in this current era, co-curricular, physical evidence and personality of a student will also play their role in influencing their academic achievement. This article will discuss all the factors in depth for better understanding. Introduction: Technology There has always been a hot topic in news discussing students’ academic achievements every year, and this has become the main concern for the parents hoping for a bright future awaits for their children. Despite the odd, we often see students often panic before the major examination, burning midnight oil to strive their best to achieve flying colours. How do we determine the success of a student? In fact, there are numbers of factors influencing academic achievement of a student in Malaysia. This article will be discussing on every factors thoroughly to discover the factors that are able to cause serious impact upon academic achievements for a student. Personality Social What factors...
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...cellular phones of cell phones. Each and every technology has its own advantages and disadvantages for students and mobile phone is one of them. Buying a mobile phone for your kid is easy, but think twice before buy that for them. In this current world, mobile phones are really essential for everyone’s life. But, it doesn’t mean that you can’t live a life without mobile phone. When we talk about school students, having a mobile phone is 50-50 chances of advantage and disadvantage. It’s all up to the student who uses the mobile phone. A student can improve themselves with the help of mobile phone; meanwhile the same student can spoil their life with the help of same mobile phone. Mobile phone is a wireless handheld device that allows users to make a call and send text messages among the other creatures. It’s all depending on how they use mobile phones. (Worthofread, 2015) As cell phones become increasingly prevalent among both adults and youth, many schools face an important question of policy -- whether or not to ban the phones on school grounds. Arguments both for and against allowing cell phones at schools tend to boil down to appropriate use and the effects of the phone's presence. Educators looking to make a decision for or against phones in the classroom generally need to look at both the positives and the negatives about allowing such devices. (Contributing Writers, 2010) According to (Green, 2013) Mobile phones has made many students’ life easier. Nowadays, mobile phones...
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...When Martin Cooper invented the cell phone, he never imagined that it would become as popular as it is today. He also never imagined that he would practically be placing a loaded gun to the head of nearly every American over the age of 13. Since their invention in 1973, cell phones have grown in popularity at an exponential rate. Today over 90% of Americans own at least one cell phone, making them one of the most common technological devices in our society. The use of these mobile phones comes at a price, though. Every time a phone call is made, a cell phone emits electromagnetic radiation similar to, but lower in power than, that in a microwave oven. Holding the phone to the side of the head when making calls allows this radiation to be absorbed into the head and brain. Although it is still unclear what effects this radiation has on the human brain, the possible dangers are enormous. Due to the potential health risks of cell phone radiation, especially for teens and children, the government must rewrite laws regulating the radiation and manufacturers must redesign cell phones to limit and change the radiation. Although recent studies have not found conclusive evidence that cell phone radiation has negative health effects, cell phones have not been around long enough for all health effects to develop, and some may emerge ten to twenty years from now. One of the original studies on cell phone radiation, conducted in 1994, found “no mobile phone/brain cancer link in virtually all...
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...be priced that it is not the most expensive, so more consumers could afford it. This pricing structure will create the air about the product as being the new hip product to have which this generation wants the latest products that will make them look cool or good. The case presents 3 different options each one of these provides a unique way Virgin Mobile USA can enter the market and gain a following. However, one option stands apart from the others and fits with what Virgin Mobile is trying to convey. Q3. Virgin Mobile’s targeted market selection of 15-29, if marketed successfully, had the greatest potential for growth since it was the least penetrated. Consumers are often very brand loyal, especially with products or services that take up a larger part of their income. This meant that Virgin Mobile must promote their own products and services, and also concentrate on why they differ from the competition to avoid failure risk. Another issue with targeted segment is that this demographic may not be employed or have lower salaries. Obviously when an individual does not have an inflow of money, he has no way of payment to a service provider. Either this is the case, or the parents of these children do not have enough disposable income to provide a cell phone and service to their child. Before Virgin Mobile,...
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...Exposure to electromagnetic radiation emitted from cellular devices has become a concern and is being studied from many various angles to determine actual health risks from cell phone use. Whether it is for personal or business use, the cell phone has become a permanent fixture in our lives, could have potential health risks, and can become an addiction if necessary steps are not taken to control use and dependency. Cellular Technology and Society Today At any store they are visible. They have their hand plastered to their ear or they are seemingly talking to no one. These are the cellphone users. Hayley Tsukayama, a writer for the Washington post asserts that according to the Pew Internet and Life Project only seventeen percent of Americans still have a land line and ninety percent own a cellphone. (Tsukayama, 2014) The largest contributor to this trend is convenience. Most cellular devices are small and easily portable, allowing the user to move around freely. The ability to be in contact on the road, at work, or out having fun has pushed the trend that the American consumer is converting to cellular devices. Adding to this trend is the ability of cellular devices to do more than just make a call. “Cell phones are not just about calling or texting – with expanding functionality, phones have become multimedia recording devices and pocket-sized...
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... Differentiating the Wireless Market -1- 1. Introduction 1.1 Communications Industry and Competitors As it stands now the communication industry is very diverse with many competing firms. Verizon offers both wireless and landline phone services and landline broadband internet service as well as limited wireless broadband access. They are a Tier 1 internet service provider. They compete in the wireless phone industry with many other companies, the biggest are: Cingular, Sprint-Nextel, T-Mobile, Alltel, and US Cellular. Competitors in the landline phone industry are AT&T, BellSouth, Sprint-Nextel, and Qwest. Wireline internet competitors include: AT&T, Charter [1]. Verizon’s broadband wireless infrastructure already encompasses major cities, and is used on newer model phones with a program called “V Cast”. They offer a wireless internet connection to a laptop, via a cell phone [2]. Verizon has limited coverage as of now, but has the capability of expanding their services to cover most of the country. This expansion could be the solution for broadband internet access demand in rural areas, and for the needs of several target consumers. These kinds of 3G services could land Verizon in a potentially lucrative market. However, this market will have several major competitors, many options for substitutes, and may never take off in American culture. Their main competitor in providing broad-band wireless service is Sprint-Nextel. Sprint-Nextel already has a larger EV-DO system in place...
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...Technology Bulacan State University Malolos City ____________________ In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree Bachelor of Science in Information Technology ____________________ Introduction According to N.B. Ellison, Social network sites (SNSs) such as Myspace, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Cyworld have attracted millions of users, many of whom have integrated these sites into their daily practices. As of this writing, there are hundreds of SNSs, with various technological affordances, supporting a wide range of interests and practices. While their key technological features are fairly consistent, the cultures that emerge around SNSs are varied. Most sites support the maintenance of pre-existing social networks, but others help strangers connect based on shared interests, political views, or activities. Some sites cater to diverse audiences, while others attract people based on common language or shared racial, sexual, religious, or nationality-based identities. Sites also vary in the extent to which they incorporate new information and communication tools, such as mobile connectivity, blogging, and photo/video-sharing. The purpose of this introduction is to provide a conceptual, historical, and scholarly context for the articles in this collection. We begin by defining what constitutes a social network site and then present one perspective on the historical development of SNSs, drawing from personal interviews and public...
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