The essay for this lesson is required to be 2000-3000-words and clearly demonstrate your understanding of the prompt. Essays should be 5 or more paragraphs with a clear introduction, thesis statement and conclusion, written in APA format (https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/).

Essay:

How have emerging communication technologies (e.g., smart phones and their texting and video chat features) influenced the way we relate to one another? In what ways do they foster improved human connection and in what ways do they isolate? Your essay should have a clear thesis statement, i.e., a debatable position for which you must offer support, and the body of your essay should consist of a compelling argument and evidence supporting your claims.