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articles/resources for research

Below you will find links to the articles distributed in class, along with other possible resources you can read for your own enjoyment and research.

Is technology helping or harming social interactions?
Raising Social Media Teens Means Constant Parental Learning
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Steve Jobs Low-Tech Parent
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The New Odd Girl Out
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Tech Positive and Negative Impact
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The Upside of Selfies
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Benefits of Communication Technology
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Click on the links below for other articles not given in class.  (Note:  These articles may not be modified for grade level.)
The Effect of Technology on Relationships
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Does Technology Reduce Social Isolation?
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Dangers of Too Much Media?  (Video)
Note:  This link will take you to a news article - DO NOT watch the first video at the top of the page.  Please scroll down and, along the left side of the page, you will see a number of videos.  Click on the one that is entitled "Dangers of Too Much Media?"
http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/21/living/social-media-positives-teens-parents/



Should animals be used for testing?
Background on Animal Testing
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Animal Testing The Facts
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New Cancer Treatment Shows Promise in Testing
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Animal Testing 101
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Pro Con Commercial Testing
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Animal Testing Is Bad Science
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Medical Progress
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Click on the links below for other articles not given in class.  (Note:  These articles may not be modified for grade level.)
Who Cares About Mice and Rats?  (Video)
Note:  DO NOT watch the video that first shows up on the page.  Look below the video screen and you will see a series of videos - you are to watch the 3rd video entitled "Who Cares About Mice and Rats?" 
http://www.peta.org/issues/animals-used-for-experimentation/
How Animals Help
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U.S. Research Lab Lets Livestock Suffer in Quest for Profit



Should single sex schools be allowed?
Single Sex Classes Popular
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Single Sex Ed Schools Assailed
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Single Sex Schools Help Children Thrive
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Single Sex Ed Pros and Cons
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Single Sex Ed Schools Have Negative Impact
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What Are the Advantages of Single Sex Education
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