Question

here is much dispute over the impact that the Internet has had on today’s youth. Based on the information you learned in this lesson and the research you will do online, you will write an essay of at least 250 words that will convince the audience that the Internet is either good or bad for children. Your essay must contain:

Answer 1

Today's youth grow up with the internet. Thus they look at it differently from the previous generation who mostly use it for entertainment or research.  For the youth, the internet is the way to communicate, congregate and share information of their social life. It is obvious that the internet has and will continue to change the way we live. The internet has changed education which the youth spend most of their days.  Students can get access to areas of their interests.  Someone can even study online without going to school.

It is a good thing in my opinion and the government should introduce computer and internet study from elementary school.  That way students benefit from the unprecedented access to information the internet provides, as well as the ability to share knowledge across the globe. Millions of books, journals and other useful materials of learning are available online.

In conclusion, despite all the doubts people have about the internet being a dangerous place, it is important for the youth to have access to it.

Answer 2

With the internet, today's youth has a lot of social action taking place from behind a computer screen. It can lead to loss of social skills. The internet affects youth's ability to communicate up close and personal with friends and family. They don’t know how to hold a conversation. Take away their cell phones and tablets, they will withdraw and don’t know what to do with their time or become sullen. Hours in front of a computer on the internet also lends to the obesity problem plaguing American youth. Lack of exercise isn’t the only physical problem. Eyesight wanes after long hours in front of a computer screen. Bad posture, and body pain can develop from long hours spent sitting, not the least of which is bad circulation in the legs. I think the internet is bad for today's youth.