Jun 20
Kids are spending more time with screen media — and at younger ages — than ever before. But there really is no magic number that’s “just right.” What’s more important is the quality of kids’ media use, how it fits into your family’s lifestyle, and how you engage with your kids.
Permanent link to this article: https://tech.svvsd.org/family/2018/06/20/how-much-screen-time-is-ok/
Jun 19
St. Vrain middle school students were recently asked to think about how technology impacts how they learn in school and at home. Follow the link to hear some of their thoughts.
Permanent link to this article: https://tech.svvsd.org/family/2018/06/19/middle-school-students-reflections-on-technology/
May 19
Having children talk about or “reflect” on their learning helps build connections in their brains. Technology tools can enrich this conversation and empower students to extend their learning through video reflection.
Permanent link to this article: https://tech.svvsd.org/family/2018/05/19/video-reflection-make-it-a-part-of-everyday-learning/
Apr 16
Devorah Heitner, founder of the blog, Raising Digital Natives, recently wrote this article: “Hold the Phone: 8 Signs Your Kid Isn’t Ready for a Phone.”
Permanent link to this article: https://tech.svvsd.org/family/2018/04/16/is-your-child-ready-for-a-smart-phone/
Mar 20
How we can be great models for our children, set limits collaboratively, and stay curious about the way kids are using technology?
Permanent link to this article: https://tech.svvsd.org/family/2018/03/20/talking-to-kids-about-technology/
