Technology and Social Change - Assessment Activity - Week5 - SOC/100

Class: Sociology 100

Technology and Social Change - Assessment Activity - Week5 - SOC/100 - eCampusAssignment Title: Technology and Social Change Assignment Instructions:Includethe following in your paper or presentation (choose from option 1 or 2, below):

• Provide an introduction that defines both technology and social change, and discusses how they are related.
• Discuss the impact of the personal computer, cellular phones, and the Internet on society.
• Using the three major sociological perspectives, describe the equilibrium model, the digital divide, and cultural lag in relation to these technologies and social change.
• Include how technology has influenced social epidemiology, health and the environment.
• Explore a recent or emerging form of technology and discuss its potential benefits or consequences for society.
• Provide a conclusion that summarizes key points.
• Cite at least three academic, peer-reviewed sources and two popular magazines.
• Formatyourreferences according to appropriate course level APA guidelines. Include citations in the speaker notes or in a separate reference list.

Technology and Social Change - Assessment Activity - Week5 - SOC/100 - eCampus

Selectone of the following options to deliver your assignment:

Option 1

Writea 1,050- to 1,400-word essay.

Formatyour assignment according to appropriate course level APA guidelines.

Submityour assignment to the Assignment Files tab.

Option 2

Preparea 12- to 15-slide Microsoft^®PowerPoint^®presentation.

Includephotos, illustrations, graphs, diagrams, animations, videos, or audio clips. Document the source of each media item you include.