Conclusion, abstract and introduction

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Findings from my research methodology

It was interesting to see how quickly the technology and the mobile phone industry has grown but more surprisingly, the effect it has had on teenagers and young adults. It was also surprising how small the amount of data that was found about older people. Their data appeared to be primarily about the traditional way that they use a mobile phone and their concerns about health issues surround their use.

The amount of information available about the effects of mobiles on teenagers and young adults, has made the focus of the paper on issues surrounding this sector of society.

Research Methodology

For the academic paper the research methodology used was reading books from the University library, e-books from the University's digital library and searches made on the internet, because of time constraints this was the most productive way to research for my paper.

Lliterature review

Mobile phones and their effect on society:

Mobile phones allow communication which is free from wires and allows a person to be in contact with work or home from any where in the world. This contact may not always be welcome from a receivers perspective, work may wish to contact an individual outside of working hours and therefore intrude on family life, or family members may try to make contact with them while they are working leading to distractions and possible confrontation.

The question now needs to be asked, “are mobile phones expressions of identity, gadgets of fashion, tools of life or all of these things?” (Manual Castells et al, 2006)

Some believe the use of mobiles by young people may make them so obsessed with their phone that the time they spend on it is contributing to obesity in the young. It may also be replacing some emotional functions previously satisfied by smoking. (Mercer D, 2006)

Technology moves at such a fast pace now, with changes happening constantly, it is possible that this adds to the term “a through away society”.

My SWOT Analysis

A SWOT of Chris
Strengths · Learn quickly · Good effective writing skills · Understands technology · Keen to help others · Friendly · Approachable	Weaknesses · Worry about criticism · Worry about making mistakes · Speaking to large groups · Dealing with conflict · Obtaining correct work life balance · Self critical
Opportunities · To further my education · Possible promotion · To use my new knowledge in the workplace	Threats · Remain focussed · Remain enthusiastic · Ill health · Family remaining supportive · Work commitments

VARK

I have just done the VARK questionnaire, this is the second time I have done it and have been identified again as having a strong preference for Reading and Writing.

This was my way of completing my modules in my first year of doing the HNC.

My least favourite way of learning which was shown by my VARK scores, is group discussions. I like to listen when in a group and only speak when 100% confident that what I have to say will make a difference. I also take notes when in discussions.

Reflection of my learning line

Reflection of my learning line

Looking at my learning line I realise that I have done more than I thought, a positive reflection for me. It was interesting to see how I have continued to learn and train without realising it.

Working at a University made me think that only formal education was considered as learning but on reflection can see that you continue to learn if different ways.

I believe that everyone has a time when they want or need to learn. My priorities when I was younger, was to get a job and save for a home.

Later I had a period of serious ill health and only wanted to concentrate on recovery and making sure I survived for my family.

Now our daughter is now grown up and my husband has changed employment, I thought I would like to gain a formal qualification. I had the offer to move into the position of Systems and Information Assistant which the HNC in Business Information Technology fits perfectly.

I am thoroughly enjoying my learning experience and would love to carry on and get a degree. Who would have thought I would ever have the chance or the inclination!

Learning Line

Hi Guys, below is my learning line. I have done a very pretty well formatted version but I can't get it on the blog. If anyone knows how, please let me know in the mean time please read.

Learning Line

Primary School

Secondary School

My first job Royal Mail

Passed 8 CSE’s and achieved 3 O levels grades

Still taking tests and passed speed typing and audio typing

Joined Marconi Radar as a Supervisor

Continued training on new technology

Became a Mum and stayed at home

Returned to work at the Public Health Laboratories

Passed my driving test first time

Joined ARU a new role in HR

Passed ECDL

HR divided into teams - joined the P&C Team

Moved to Recruitment Team

Moved to Systems and Information Team

Began HNC Business and Information Technology

First Blog

Hi all, well have managed to create a blog and will post image of learning line and word reflection next.