Module #2 – Digital Culture & Child Development
Concerned about what threats the internet and video games may pose on children’s health and development? Would you like to show kids an interview with a kid who had a video game addiction? Find out pros as well as cons, and healthy management strategies.
“As a parent, I really appreciate the perspective in this educational video. So often we over utilize video games, TV, and movies as baby sitters for our kids, instead of helping them experience real world connectivity. This video helped me to see the distinctions between positive digital media influences and negative. It will give you real world strategies to help you guide your children through healthier, happier lives in this age of digital media.”
Digital Culture Course Learning Objectives
At the end of the course, the learner will be able to:
1.) Utilize resources to manage and monitor kids’ online experience and access.
2.) Develop an understanding of how digital media can impact a human being, both pro’s and con’s.
3.) Recognize the significance of face-to-face human interaction and play for healthy emotional, social, and neurological development.
4.) Determine family boundaries and limits on digital media from a more informed position.