Outline of individual review paper: Effect of Internet on religion

Specific innovation of interest

The internet has brought about many changes to religion. It has altered the way in which religion is practiced, as well as increased the spread of religion in the globalised world. However, being a revolutionary change, the internet faces it its fair share of concerns from various religious groups because of possible clashes with their beliefs, or because they view the internet as a threat to their traditional way worshipping.

How has the internet changed religion?

The internet, with the great convenience that it provides, has been integrated into the lives of many, and our reliance on the internet will only increase in the future. As such, many religious groups have turned towards the internet to remain relevant. Religious information that could only be found on books previously is now readily accessible on the internet, thus leading to a widespread of different ideologies across different countries. Similar religious groups from different countries can also practice their religion together through the use on internet.

Proposed approach to the development of paper

Introduction:

        I.            Characteristics of the internet

      II.            Characteristics of religion (i.e  the value of religion to one)

    III.            How the characteristics of both complement and/or clash with each other

Initial stage: When internet first became a tool for religious purposes

        I.            Skepticism that religious groups have on the internet initially.

Current situation: Evident implications that internet has on religion

        I.            Positive impact of the internet on religion (E.g  spreading of ideology, increased accessibility to religious information etc)

      II.            The negative impact of the Internet on religion( Disinformation , discrimination etc)

    III.            Religious groups today-Are the generally tolerating or embracing technology

Future considerations:

        I.            Will the freedom of speech that one has on the internet lead to religious strife?

      II.            What does the future holds for religion?

    III.            Should religion rely more on internet to attract youths?