Rccg Super Teen Sunday School Teacher's Manual June 22, 2025 Age 16 - 19, Lesson 43 : Title - Uses Of Technology

Rccg Super Teen Sunday School Teacher's Manual June 22, 2025 Age 16 - 19, Lesson 43 : Title - Uses Of Technology 

TOPIC: USES OF TECHNOLOGY 

MEMORY VERSE: 2 Chronicles 26:15 "And he made in Jerusalem engines, invented by cunning men, to be on the towers and upon the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones withal. And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong".

BIBLE TEXT: Psalms 104:24

O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches.

LESSON AIM & OBJECTIVES: To prepare teens to thrive in a digital world, equipping them with essential skills and knowledge for success in various aspects of their lives. Through the lesson, students should be able to: 

1. Mention the key uses of technology in our modern society. 

2. State the negative effects of technology on individuals and society. 

INTRODUCTION: Technology can be defined as tools, devices, and gadgets that people create to help them do things more easily or to have fun. It includes things like computers, tablets, smartphones, video games, robots, and other electronic devices. Essentially, technology is anything made by people that uses electricity or other power sources to do tasks or provide entertainment. Daniel 12:4; Jeremiah 10:12.

OUTLINES 

A. USES OF TECHNOLOGY 

B. NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY 

A. USES OF TECHNOLOGY These are some of the key uses of technology include: 

1. Communication: Technology facilitates communication through various means such as email, instant messaging, social media platforms, video conferencing, and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services. 

2. Education: Technology is widely used in education, providing access to online learning resources, virtual classrooms, educational apps, digital textbooks, and interactive multimedia content. 

3. Information Access: The internet serves as a vast repository of information, allowing individuals to search for and access a wide range of content on virtually any topic. 

4. Entertainment: Technology offers numerous forms of entertainment, including streaming services for movies, TV shows, music, and gaming platforms for video games. 

5. Work and Business: Technology plays a crucial role in the workplace, enabling tasks such as data processing, communication, collaboration, project management, and automation of business processes.

6. Healthcare: Technology is revolutionizing healthcare with innovations such as electronic health records, telemedicine, medical imaging technologies, wearable health devices, and healthcare apps. 

7. Transportation: Technology has transformed transportation with advancements such as GPS navigation systems, ride-sharing apps, electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, and traffic management systems. 

8. Finance: Technology has revolutionized the finance industry with online banking, mobile payment apps, digital wallets, cryptocurrency, financial trading platforms, and financial management tools. 

9. Social Networking: Social media platforms enable individuals to connect, share, and interact with others around the world, fostering communities, relationships, and online social networks. 

10. Research and Innovation: Technology fuels research and innovation across various fields, including science, engineering, medicine, agriculture, and environmental sustainability, through tools such as simulations, modeling, data analysis, and computational technologies. These are just a few examples of the wide-ranging uses of technology in our modern-day society. 

B. NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY While technology offers numerous benefits, it also presents several negative effects on individuals and society: 

1. Social Isolation: Excessive use of technology, particularly social media, can lead to social isolation and a decline in face-to-face interactions, affecting the quality of relationships and increasing feelings of loneliness. 

2. Decreased Physical Activity: Sedentary behaviors associated with prolonged screen time, such as sitting for extended periods while using devices, can contribute to a decrease in physical activity levels, leading to health issues like obesity and cardiovascular disease. 

3. Addiction: Technology addiction, including addiction to smartphones, social media, video games, and internet use, can negatively impact mental health, productivity, relationships, and overall well-being. 

4. Cyber Bullying: The anonymity and accessibility of online platforms can facilitate cyber bullying, harassment, and online abuse, causing emotional distress, anxiety, and depression among victims. 

5. Information Overload: The abundance of information available online can lead to information overload, making it challenging for individuals to filter and evaluate the credibility and relevance of information, leading to confusion and cognitive overload.

6. Privacy Concerns: Technology raises concerns about privacy and data security, as personal information collected online can be exploited for surveillance, identity theft, targeted advertising, and other malicious purposes. 

7. Job Displacement: Automation and technological advancements in various industries can lead to job displacement, unemployment, and economic inequality, particularly for workers in low-skilled and routine-based jobs. 

8. Sleep Disturbance: Excessive screen time before bedtime, exposure to blue light emitted by screens, and the addictive nature of technology can disrupt sleep patterns and lead to sleep disturbances, insomnia, and fatigue. 

These negative effects highlight the importance of mindful and balanced use of technology. 

SUMMARY: To overcome the negative effects of technology, it's essential to establish healthy habits and boundaries. Setting limits on screen time, taking regular breaks from devices, and prioritizing face-to-face interactions can help restore balance. Embracing digital literacy and practicing mindfulness in technology use enables individuals to navigate the digital world responsibly.

CONCLUSION: Overall, technology serves as a valuable tool for teens to learn, connect, create, and grow in various aspects of their lives. However, it's essential for teens to use technology responsibly, balance screen time with offline activities, and maintain healthy digital habits to ensure a positive and fulfilling experience with technology. 

QUESTIONS: 

1. How do you use technology in your daily life, and what are some of the most common ways you interact with digital devices? 

2. Can you think of ways technology has enhanced your education or learning experiences? How do you utilize technology for studying, research, or accessing educational resources? 

DAILY DEVOTIONAL 

SUNDAY Acts 16:1-15 

MONDAY Acts 1:16-30 

TUESDAY Acts 16:31-40 

WEDNESDAY Acts 17:1-15 

THURSDAY Acts 17:16-34 

FRIDAY Acts 18:1-15 

SATURDAY Acts 18:16-28