The Tech-wise family
by Andy Crouch
Reclaiming real life in a world of devices.
Making good choices about technology is more than just using internet filters
and limiting “screen time.” It’s about developing wisdom,
character, and courage in the way we use digital media, rather than accepting
technology’s promises of ease, instant gratification, and the world’s
knowledge at our fingertips. And it’s definitely not just about
the kids. Drawing on in-depth original research from Barna Group, Andy
Crouch helps readers ask deeper questions about tech and family life:
Who do we want to be as a family? How does our use of a particular technology
move us closer or farther away from that goal? This book is for anyone
who has felt their family relationships suffer or their time slip away
amid technology’s distractions, and wants to reclaim real life in
a world of devices.
What is Barna?
In its 30-year history, Barna Group has conducted more than one million interviews over the course of hundreds of studies, and has become a go-to source for insights about faith and culture, leadership and vocation, and generations. Barna Group has carefully and strategically tracked the role of faith in America, developing one of the nation’s most comprehensive databases of spiritual indicators. Barna Group has worked with thousands of business, nonprofit organizations and churches across the U.S. and around the world, including many protestant denominations, Catholic parishes, and faith leaders. Some of its notable clients have included the Salvation Army, World Vision, Compassion, the American Bible Society, and Habitat for Humanity. It has also served mainstream business and non-profit leaders at organizations like Sony, Walden Media, Easter Seals, CARE, the ONE Campaign, the Humane Society, the Gates Foundation, and NBC Universal. The firm's studies are frequently cited in sermons and talks, and its public opinion research is often quoted in major media outlets such as CNN, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Fox News, Chicago Tribune, Huffington Post, the New York Times, Dallas Morning News, and the Los Angeles Times.
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