Proposal Title
Parenting in the Digital Age
Abstract
According to the Pew Research Center, as of 2015, 90% of young Americans use social media, up from 8% in 2005. There is a new generation of young parents who are able to share their children’s early experiences online, and infants, toddlers and preschoolers are growing up in an increasingly digital world. Parents often use social media to share information on their minor children and seek support in child raising. This can be a positive way for parents to get practical advice and reassurance from an easily accessible audience. Are there risks to early exposure on social media? How do we balance the joy of sharing our children’s milestones on social networks with concern for their privacy, and how does use of digital technology effect children? Our panel looks to explore the benefits and concerns related to social media and digital technology exposure for young children through moderated questions. The panel will include parents with differing views of social media use, as well as a faculty expert on Early Childhood Education.
Start Date
27-3-2019 1:00 PM
End Date
27-3-2019 1:50 PM
Room Number
U-Hall 3-103
Presentation Type
Panel
Disciplines
Early Childhood Education | Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Parenting in the Digital Age
According to the Pew Research Center, as of 2015, 90% of young Americans use social media, up from 8% in 2005. There is a new generation of young parents who are able to share their children’s early experiences online, and infants, toddlers and preschoolers are growing up in an increasingly digital world. Parents often use social media to share information on their minor children and seek support in child raising. This can be a positive way for parents to get practical advice and reassurance from an easily accessible audience. Are there risks to early exposure on social media? How do we balance the joy of sharing our children’s milestones on social networks with concern for their privacy, and how does use of digital technology effect children? Our panel looks to explore the benefits and concerns related to social media and digital technology exposure for young children through moderated questions. The panel will include parents with differing views of social media use, as well as a faculty expert on Early Childhood Education.
