Positive Use of Devices for Primary School Students
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Positive Use of Devices: Promoting Appropriate Use of Tech for Primary School Students
| Date: | Wednesday, 15 March 2023 |
| Time: | 12:30pm to 1:15pm |
| Age-Range: | Primary School (5 to 11 years old) |
| Presenters: | Natasha Dennis, Director of Student Services Amelia King, Education Technology Coach |
Amelia King, Education Technology Coach at Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi, will present on the effects of parental involvement and engagement on device usage for primary school students, and discuss impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on device use. With technology and devices becoming a larger part of our children's lives, it is important to understand both their benefits and potential hazards. Mrs. King will examine the ways children use devices both at home and in the classroom, and the ways in which these devices can enhance academic and overall development, provided they are used appropriately to avoid potential dangers. She will provide tips on what to do if you have concerns about device usage and offer strategies to support your child's device usage at home. Lastly, she will consider the impact of device usage on various aspects of child development, including social skills, language, neuroplasticity, physical health, and wellbeing.
