Making the Connection: A recent survey by Harris Interactive revealed that electronics are bringing families together. The survey found that parents and their children enjoy using technology to work together on activities such as assembling virtual photo albums and creating holiday e-greetings. 86% of the children enjoyed spending time with their parents in these types of activities, and 94% wished their parents were as comfortable with electronics as they are. They thought that it would be “cool” if they were. 80% of parents want to spend more time with their children, with 82% agreeing that technology can enhance quality time with their family. Children are primary users of the television, CD player, VCR, and DVD player, while parents are the primary users of the computer, digital camera and digital camcorder. Girls are more likely to prefer working on interactive projects with their parents than by themselves, and more boys (70%) than girls (60) said they have taught their parents how to use electronics. Mothers are more likely than fathers to use technology as both a creative outlet and to bond with kids. (Wonder Group’s Youth University Vol. 21)
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