Mobile Technology
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1. What is a mobile device? Provide four examples of a mobile device you may have seen or utilized.
Mobile device is a handheld small computer like tablets, smartphones, PDA's, Smartwatches, Calculators.
You can find some examples at:
- Samsung
- Ipad Tablets
- Android Smartwatches
2. Draw a diagram showing how mobile technology uses cell sites (and why they use the word "cell"). Use this diagram to explain the factors that affect the following:
a. Coverage
b. Density
c. Location tracking
d. Call hand-off
3. Discuss with a group some safety precautions that should be considered concerning the use of a mobile device.
Some topics to touch base on with safety is:
- Using mobile device when plugged in
- Overheating (leaving it covered)
- Posture
- Volume of sound when earbuds are plugged in
- When to not use your device. i.e. driving
- Password Protect your lock screen
- Do not leave in a public place unattended
- When logging into a Free Public-WiFi make sure it is legit
- Be careful who you socialize with in networking apps. (You could always do this honor if you have time! [Social Media])
4. Create a list of different types of mobile devices.
a. Discuss with a group the advantages and disadvantages of each mobile device listed.
b. Discuss with a group how mobile devices can be used to spread the gospel of Jesus.
5. With a group, discuss ways in which mobile technology can be used to benefit society and industry such as:
a. Business
b. Personal Recreation
c. Safety and Protection
d. Education
e. Health Care
f. Transportation
g. Homework
6. Describe the following types of cell sites.
a. Camouflage
b. Off-grid System
c. Temporary Setup
7. Illustrate through drawings, sketches, or photographs a cell tower. Be able to identify a cell tower in an open area.
8. Create a speech, presentation, video, or game that illustrates what you have learned about mobile technology while earning this honor. Share your creation with a group.
9. Discuss with a group some of the ways in which mobile technology can be integrated into ministry to share the gospel throughout the world.
10. Discuss with a group how mobile technology can be used to enhance the following aspects of your spiritual life:
a. Devotionals
b. Inspirational songs
c. Prayer reminder
d. Join worship services
e. Share inspirational messages
11. Discuss with a group how the following Bible passages apply to the use of mobile technology.
a. Matthew 24:14
b. 1 Corinthians 6:12
12. Evaluate how being a Christian should affect your use of mobile technology. Be detailed and honest, taking into account what you have experienced in this honor. Share your evaluation in written form with a trusted friend or leader.
13. Do the following individually or with a group:
a. Create a temporary contact list of your friends. Gain permission to send them a daily text message. At a selected time each day, share an inspirational text with those on the contact list for a minimum of one week. Respect any requests to be removed from the list.
b. Over a period of three worship services, evaluate when people use their devices during a worship service, and for what purposes.
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