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What is the impact of technology on children today? 

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What is the impact of technology on children today? 

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1.  Technology has a detrimental impact on children today as it can cause severe physical and mental health problems from a young age as well as take away the important healthy childhood experience.

1. Children are overly reliant on technology, causing social and behavioural problems as they spend too much time on their devices, limiting their interactions with others.

2. While some aspects of technology are educational, pervasive use of technology among children today has led to increased social isolation and diminishing social skills, ultimately undermining children's interaction capabilities.

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Work individually or in pairs to create a thesis statement for opposing perspectives.

STAND  : For or Against :

Generate Thesis Statement:

A good thesis

does not merely restate the question

e.g If the question asks: Should tourism be encouraged despite the damage it does to the environment?

Weak thesis statement: Tourism should be encouraged despite the damage it causes.

it cannot be a question (e.g. Is gender still relevant today?)

it must engage the question by taking a clear stand (gender is still relevant; gender cannot be dismissed as irrelevant etc.)

Provide REASON(S) for your  STAND

qualifies the stand with a definable, arguable claim

serves as a roadmap for your essay (better still, present a hierarchy of ideas)

NOTE: Don’t forget to INCLUDE your STAND

Generate your thesis such that it aligns to your essay plan.

You should do out a draft of your points, plan how you intend to sequence them and align it to your thesis.

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A strong thesis statement possesses several key characteristics that make it effective and impactful. Here are the criteria for evaluating a strong thesis statement:

1. Clarity: The thesis statement should be clear and specific, providing a concise summary of the main point or argument of the essay. It should avoid vague language and clearly outline the scope of the paper.

2. Specificity: It should address a specific topic and make a focused claim that can be explored and supported throughout the essay. Avoid broad statements that lack specificity and depth.

3. Argumentative: A strong thesis statement presents a debatable claim or point of view that requires evidence or analysis to support. It should express a position that can be challenged or opposed, encouraging critical thinking and discussion.

4. Relevance: The thesis statement should be relevant to the topic being discussed in the essay. It should clearly relate to the main theme or subject matter and avoid tangential or unrelated issues.

5. Coherence: The thesis statement should be coherent and logically connected to the arguments presented in the essay. It should flow naturally from the introduction and guide the reader towards the main points of the paper.

6. Evidence-based: While not always explicitly stated in the thesis itself, a strong thesis statement implies that the essay will be supported by evidence, examples, or analysis. It suggests that the writer has considered relevant information and is prepared to present a well-supported argument.

7. Provocative or Insightful: A strong thesis statement often goes beyond stating obvious facts or observations. It may present a fresh perspective, challenge conventional wisdom, or provide new insights into the topic.

Scope for Development: The thesis statement should suggest the direction of the essay and indicate areas that will be explored or analyzed further. It should guide the structure of the essay without limiting the complexity of the discussion.

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is surveillance technology ever justified

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is surveillance technology ever justified

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Surveillance technology should be largely justified given its numerous advantages in maintaining safety and reducing threats.

Counterargument: surveillance technology should never be justified since it infringes on one’s privacy and makes users more vulnerable.

technology makes one more vulnerable to data breaches, causing personal information to be divulged and potentially misused.

potential abuses of power, use it to divulge personal details etc

Rebuttal: despite the disadvantages of surveillance technology, the numerous benefits it brings to safeguard our society cannot be denied.

in our digital age, one is more prone to being victims of scams etc

surveillance technology is a fast and effective way of monitoring usage to clamp down on illicit/illegal activities

even though potential abuses are a risk, strict regulations can largely mitigate the risks

Supporting reason 1: surveillance technology plays a crucial role in maintaining public safety

eg: reducing crime rates

how it can help in law enforcement

Supporting reason 2: surveillance technology is key to preventing large-scale threats

minimise terrorist attacks etc

on a more national level vs the individual level in supporting reason 1

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Technology makes children today too reliable on gadgets and devices to perform basic daily needs, crippling their independent, individual ability to function and perform tasks adequately without the help of said technologies.

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Technology makes children today too reliable on gadgets and devices to perform basic daily needs, crippling their independent, individual ability to function and perform tasks adequately without the help of said technologies.

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Facial recognition technology only has its downsides. Do you agree?

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Facial recognition technology only has its downsides. Do you agree?

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1. Facial recognition technology offers substantial benefits in enhancing security, streamlining identification, and supporting law enforcement, making its advantages far outweigh its downsides, which can be managed with proper safeguards.

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subject: Is surveillance technology ever justified

Intro:

Someone is watching you.

They can see you walking in and out of your house, sometimes, even your house isn’t safe.  As you live your life, eat, sleep, work, breathe.

Someone is watching you, listening to you, wary of you.

Does your skin crawl?

Maybe you’re a criminal, maybe you’re a cow.

Surveillance technology is never justified because it infringes on our dignity as individual and our right to privacy. It gives governments and corporation too much power over lives, power we never agree to.  Yes, there may be the temptation to reduce risk of infractions but when you subject someone to constant surveillance, you’re assuming their crimes before they happen. And our law states clearly: You are innocent till proven guilty.

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Is surveillance technology ever justified?
With the increase of drone use in our society, the question of whether we are being spied on runs rampant in our minds. Surveillance technology can be used by governments, corporations and even the apps in your phone. We have no clear idea what these people are doing with our personal information, and allowing surveillance technology to weave itself into our daily lives creates risks for privacy and our safety. Therefore, we do not think surveillance technology is ever justified.

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Note that suspects are not considered innocent until proven guilty, but rather they are neither innocent nor guilty, until proven to be either innocent or guilty. This means that your argument stands on the flawed premise that any suspect, until proven guilty, is truly considered innocent and should be treated as such, which is simply not true.

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Note that suspects are not considered innocent until proven guilty, but rather they are neither innocent nor guilty, until proven to be either innocent or guilty. This means that your argument stands on the flawed premise that any suspect, until proven guilty, is truly considered innocent and should be treated as such, which is simply not true.

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Access to the Internet is a fundamental human right. DYA?

Some of us today spend more than 6 hours on our phone, becoming more reliant on the internet every passing second. The world is in the palm of our hands and we chase after the newest trends at an unstoppable pace. Most of us cannot fathom a life without the internet. However, living without the internet is something that we have done before, and something that many of us continue to do today. The internet is not a basic human need nor a life or death factor that determines our survival and well-being.  It is obvious that access to the internet  is a privilege not a fundamental human right.

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Human rights are, by definition, principles that allow for equality and fairness, recognise our freedom to make choices about our lives and to develop our potential as human beings and a life free from fear, harassment or discrimination. Internet access therefore does not qualify as a human right, as having more limited access does not threaten ones life or cause one to be subject to harassment and abuse.

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Human rights are, by definition, principles that allow for equality and fairness, recognise our freedom to make choices about our lives and to develop our potential as human beings and a life free from fear, harassment or discrimination. Internet access therefore does not qualify as a human right, as having more limited access does not threaten ones life or cause one to be subject to harassment and abuse.

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subject: Should the collection and sale of personal data be regulated.

You are being sold.  To the highest bidder. In a currency you don’t know and can’t use. You exist pixelated — spread thin across the currents of the world wide web.

Your feet pics are on lazada and Feetify. You don’t know how they got there.  On the other side of the world some stranger is laughing at how you put in the milk before the cereal.

Is there something protecting us from this reality?

Collection and sale of personal data is dangerous. It can shake elections, lives and societies. Some people like to know the dirty details of Donald Trump. Or maybe Lady Gaga, or maybe their next door neighbour. The demand is inevitable as much as it is unpreventable. It must be regulated for the individual and the proletariat.

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When the first nuclear bombs were dropped on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the world drew in a cold breath. The world teetered on the verge of a nuclear war - a war that could destroy not only the enemy, but the wielder as well, and everyone who inhabits this earth.

But what if nuclear technology wasn’t used in warfare? Nuclear power has proven to be a powerful solution to climate change. With such a powerful tool that can either destroy or save our world, the ethics of nuclear technology lies in our intentions, and not the technology itself. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh its cons if we utilise it responsibly, and for peaceful intentions.

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Is surveillance technology ever justified?

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Is surveillance technology ever justified?

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1. No, surveillance technology infringes upon fundamental human rights without explicitly given consent to do so by said humans, the lack of ethics overrides all potential benefits and makes it unjustifiable.

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2.even though surveillance technology can be an invasion of personal privacy and used to spy on others without consent, it is also an essential tool to aid the government/police forces in preventing crime and solving cases, which makes it more justifiable due to its many benefits.

3. While surveillance technology can enhance security and prevent crime, its implementation must be carefully balanced with privacy concerns in mind to ensure it does not lead to invasion of personal freedoms.

4. In this fast evolving world of technology, surveillance devices are becoming more commonplace, enabling us to improve security multiple-folds and prevent crime. However, we need to ensure that we carefully balance personal privacy and freedom while putting surveillance into use.

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Do the benefits of surveillance technology outweigh the potential loss of privacy?

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Do virtual reality and augmented reality technologies bring more harm than good? 

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Do virtual reality and augmented reality technologies bring more harm than good? 

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intro 1:

Let’s say you have a dog. He’s perfect. Golden fur, lovely black eyes, friendly and oh so affectionate. Exactly the dog you’ve always wanted. You can see him, hear him, feel him and you’ve had him for three glorious years already.

But what if your dog doesn’t actually exist?

Virtual reality and augmented reality are able to create an escape, to make the fantasy become our reality. But inasmuch as it is a solace, there is a palpable danger that we choose to forget reality and live in the fantasy instead. All manner of new injuries, addictions and devious machinations are now threats to our wellbeing.

Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls.
The Cons outweigh the Pros.

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How has technology influenced human interaction and relationships?

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Should the collection and sale of personal data be regulated? 

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Should the collection and sale of personal data be regulated? 

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Thesis Statement 1: The collection and sale of personal data should be regulated as it ensures data privacy and accountability as well as prevents misuse of data.

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Should companies be allowed to collect and sell user data without explicit consent?

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We are becoming too reliant on technology. Do you agree? 

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We are becoming too reliant on technology. Do you agree? 

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Thesis statement 1: We are becoming too reliant on technology because it has interwoven itself inextricably with our daily lives.

Thesis statement 2: The prevalence of technology in our daily lives has allowed us to become overly dependent on it.

3: The prevalence of technology has resulted in loss of human function while daily activities and necessities are overtaken by AI.

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We are becoming too reliant on technology. Do you agree?

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Access to the Internet is a fundamental human right. Do you agree?  

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Access to the Internet is a fundamental human right. Do you agree?  

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Access to online information in a world that is increasingly interconnected through the Internet should now, more than ever, be a fundamental human right.

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Access to the Internet is a fundamental human right. Do you agree?

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The benefits of technological advancements are experienced by all. Do you agree? 

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The benefits of technological advancements are experienced by all. Do you agree? 

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1. Thesis statement:

2. The benefits of technological advancements drive a social divide between the class of those who are able to afford, and thus directly benefit from such advancements, as well as those who are isolated from such happenings.