Effects of technology
General final essay topic: We will explore the effects of technology (this is broad, so here are suggestions on how to focus your approach before creating a working thesis):
 • The influence/effects of Facebook on specific relationships (friendship, romantic, professional), behaviors (consumerism, competition, isolation, communication), or psychology/emotions (jealously, narcissism, vanity)
 • The Internet’s effects on the brain/student performance/critical thinking
 • Online education (Yes, you can take an oppositional stance!)
?Required Research: You must use at least 5 credible sources to clarify, support, and enhance your argument
 Sources may include:
 • Any essay from the New Humanities Reader
 • Peer-reviewed, scholarly, full-text articles from the library’s physical or online database (such as ProQuest)