Lifestyle Transformation in the Society

摘要

This advancement in information technology and globalization has caused such a profound change in the life of mankind with all its civilizations and cultures. These changes also have a profound impact on the transformation of existing values in society. So, great influence of technological progress to the cultural values embedded in society, both urban and rural (modernization). Technological advances such as radio, television, and even internet telephony not only hit the urban community but also has been enjoyed by people in remote villages. This research about the transformation of lifestyle in the society which aimed to describe the social lifestyle of people as the impact of information technology and to find out the factors affects the social lifestyle of the people. This research uses qualitative research method. Sampling technique is by determining its own characteristics and data collection techniques are done by using primary data and secondary data through observation, interview, and documentation. Based on the results of research, it can be concluded that the development of information technology has an impact on changes in social lifestyle in Tellulimpoe Village. The changes can be seen from the style of dress, speech, and attitude of society. In addition, the factors that influence social change in Tellulimpoe Village is with the existence of advanced formal education, open society system layer (open stratification).