Research Symposium Program - Individual Details
5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025
Joseph Neely He/Him C - 7 R - 2

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Effects of Tech Use in Early Childhood on Social Activity in the Future of Students
Authors: Joseph Neely, Doedy DealStudent Major: None
Mentor: Doedy Deal
Mentor's Department: AP Research Mentor's College: Arnold High School Co-Presenters:
Abstract
Social activity is something that everyone in the world makes use of whether it be through online use or in person. However, the modern world also makes it so a person does not have to be highly social or do many things in person, which could lead to them being anti-social,introverted, or fully a shut-in, a person who never leaves the house. This can be seen in younger generations with easier access to technology and social media. This study was inspired by personal experience in order to see if there is a correlation between the age students are given access to the internet and how much time they spend to their future social activity
To see the correlation, a survey was conducted and sent out to a group of students that would provide quantitative data along with making sure that data is going to the right audience and does not have any inconsistencies due to outside interference.
(DATA STILL BEING ANALYZED, WILL BE ADDED LATER)
Keywords: Children, Social, Technology