Teens and Technology 2013

Madden, M., Lenhart, A., Duggan, M., Cortesi, S., & Gasser, U. (2013). Teens and Technology 2013. Pew Internet & American Life Project, 1, 1-19. Retrieved December 6, 2013, from http://www.pewinternet.org/Reports/2013/Teens-and-Tech.aspx

Where do teens access the internet?

In a phone survey of 802 parents and 802 teenagers between the ages of 12-17, results show that the internet is accessed with a smart phone.  According to the article, 78% of teens have a cell phones.  As stated, "the teens represent the leading edge of mobile connectivity."  Smart phone ownership is on the rise among teens.  The translates to being able to connect to the internet at any time of the day.  Teens use a phone, tablet or mobile device 3:1 over the computer/laptop.  At least 93% of teens have access to a computer, and of that 71% share it with their family.  The trends demonstrated with this survey also mimic those in the adult category. 

My Response

It is not surprising to see the statistics associated with these topics.  A majority of the teens have phones.   It is great to see that when they have a question, they can get an immediate answer when needed with accessing the internet with their phone.  Hopefully this will lead to greater knowledge and more of an interest to continue to research when questions arise. 

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