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This Honor is a component of the Modern Technology Master Award.

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

Off-Grid System is a cell site that does not have a Power-grid connection. It relies on fuel(Usually Diesel) or solar power. Fuel can be trucked in or flown in by airplane.

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.

References

AY Honors/Mobile Technology/Answer Key