Technology Makes Kids Smarter Essay

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Children and the Internet

Thesis Statement: Research suggests that the internet does make children smarter because it allows children to have higher self confidence, build fine motor and cognitive skills, increase visual memory, and use trial and error to problem solve on their own.

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Ann, J. (2013, November 5). How Technology Makes Kids Smarter. In How To Learn.com. Retrieved from http:/www.howtolearn.com/2013/how-technology-makes-kids-smarter
This article addresses how the internet and use of computers is in all aspects of our life directly or indirectly. The many ways technology can be used can help enhance the creativity in our children’s lives. As children participate more and more on technology, which now includes …show more content…

W. Technology Helps Make Smarter Kids. In iParenting. Retrieved from http://idiva.com/opinion-iparenting/smart-usage-makes-smart-kids/28835
This article addresses how children have mastered the art of technology from a very early age. The internet allows for faster learning than textbooks because it helps children choose an avenue of learning that suits them best. Research has proven that vocabulary expands at a quicker rate with the use of technology. This article provides information from a variety of news sources and a professional writer. Harsh Wardhan Dave is a media and communications specialist. Harsh Wardhan has a passion for finding the right blend of technology and creativity in his writings. This source is relevant to the thesis statement because it also validates that we need to make the most of technology and the internet while still providing a healthy balance as well as ensuring a safe environment so that we can provide our children the best of both worlds.

Editorial Team. (2014, June 30). 4 Ways the Internet Is Making Kids Smarter. In ELearningInfographics.com. Retrieved from

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