• Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends

  • De: Sue Atkins
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Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends

De: Sue Atkins
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  • Dive into the complexities of raising tech-savvy kids with my upcoming podcast series! Join us as we explore the challenges parents face in the digital age and uncover strategies for navigating the ever-changing landscape of online safety, screen time management, and digital literacy. Hear from fellow parents as they share their experiences, concerns, and insights on raising children in today's digital jungle. Stay tuned for expert advice, real-life stories, and practical tips to help you guide your family through the digital wilderness. Don't miss out on essential conversations to empower your parenting journey in the digital era! #DigitalParenting #OnlineSafety #TechKids #DigitalJungle
    2024
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  • Keeping Children with SEND from Getting Lost in the Digital Jungle
    Aug 7 2024
    In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle,' Sue Atkins is joined by Angeline Corvaglia and Tara Jones as they delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by digital technology for children with additional or special needs. They discuss the impact of social media on mental health, particularly for children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), offering tips on managing screen time and fostering positive online interactions. The episode features insights from the Internet Matters report and includes practical advice on parental controls and establishing clear boundaries. Special guest Dr Beth Moseley, MBE, provides expert commentary on child and adolescent mental health in the digital age, while emphasising the importance of balanced tech use, parental involvement, and open communication. Links to articles and websites mentioned: https://www.internetmatters.org/connecting-safely-online/ Internet Matters The Life Online for Children with SEND report https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsjungle/ https://www.instagram.com/protectyoungeyes/?hl=en https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/2021/12/me-time-could-be-the-best-hours-you-give-not-only-yourself-but-also-your-children/ https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/2023/02/special-needs-is-like-an-umbrella-sheltering-and-hiding-a-huge-collection-of-diagnoses-underneath/ https://www.commonsensemedia.org/articles/specialfunctional-needs https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/screen-free-summer-change/ Info about Dr Beth Mosley and links: Dr Beth Mosley MBE is a distinguished consultant clinical psychologist who specialises in children’s mental health. She has worked in the NHS for over twenty years, providing specialist mental health support and developing innovative mental health provisions in schools. Dr Beth’s contribution to children’s mental health during the pandemic was recognised in the 2022 New Year’s Honours List with an MBE. She regularly speaks on BBC and ITV local news as well as BBC radio stations about young people’s mental health and was named one of 2022’s Suffolk 100 influential leaders. Dr Beth is the author of Happy Families: How to Protect and Support Your Child’s Mental Health, published throughout the world. Dr Beth’s mission revolves around bridging the gap between psychological theory and practical application – in the context of what is happening today for young people – to ensure everyone has access to this information in a way that feels relatable and relevant to them. https://www.drbethmosley.com/ https://www.panmacmillan.com/authors/dr-beth-mosley-mbe/happy-families/9781035017454 My book: https://amzn.eu/d/0igdrALr Family Tech Planners https://www.commonsensemedia.org/family-tech-planners For Education: https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship/curriculum X @‌drbethmosley Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drbethmosley?igsh=MW8xMjA0M3B0eWFyaA == Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@drbethmosley?_t=8nIlOUmNx0i&_r=1 Threads @‌drbethmosley Facebook https://www.facebook.com/beth.mosley.378 Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-mosley-813b2912b?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app The episode concludes with listener questions and tips for creating a tech-free summer. 00:00 Introduction to Navigating the Digital Jungle 00:46 Understanding the Needs of Children with SEND 03:16 Impact of Social Media on Mental Health 04:43 Tips for Managing Screen Time 09:25 Fostering Positive Online Interactions 12:19 Supportive Online Communities 16:14 Balancing Self-Care for Parents 18:00 Navigating ADHD and Technology 20:42 Interview with Dr. Beth Moseley 41:57 Awkward Conversations and Technology 43:20 Parenting in the Digital Age 44:26 The Importance of Boundaries 45:20 Parental Controls and Challenges 50:02 Understanding the Dopamine Crash 54:01 Creating Family Digital Rules 57:02 Beth's Books and Resources 01:04:11 Listener Questions and Tips 01:12:15 Screen-Free Summer Challenge 01:15:41 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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  • Navigating the AI Digital Jungle
    Jul 31 2024

    In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends,' host Sue Atkins is joined by Angeline Corvaglia, creator of Data Girl, and EdTech consultant Tara Jones. They dive into the crucial topic of understanding AI and its impact on families and society.

    Special guest Bill Schmarzo, the Dean of Big Data, provides insights into AI's role in education, safety, and everyday life. The discussion covers the basics of AI, its applications, the importance of critical thinking, and how parents can educate themselves and their children about AI.

    Resources for parents, practical tips, and listener questions are also addressed, making this episode a comprehensive guide to navigating AI in the digital age.

    Links and further information:

    Ayla AI Girl videos that are focused on AI awareness for children and youth:

    Ayla AI Girl

    Game “I Spy AI”

    • video:

    I Spy AI: AI made easy with Ayla AI Girl

    • article: I Spy AI: More Than Just a Game - Data Girl and Friends (data-girl-and-friends.com)

    Articles to support parents when teaching their children about AI: Expert Articles on Digital Literacy and Online Safety - Data Girl and Friends (data-girl-and-friends.com)

    Articles for adults on what AI can and can’t do: Blog (corvaglia.me)

    Information about AI workshops for parents: Courses & Workshops UI (corvaglia.me)

    About our guest –

    Bill Schmarzo

    Bill is Customer Data & AI Innovation Strategist, Dell Technologies. Bill works with Dell’s strategic customers helping them navigate their AI journey.

    He has held positions as Chief Innovation Officer at Hitachi Vantara, CTO of EMC’s Big Data Consulting Practice, and VP of Advertiser Analytics at Yahoo!

    He has authored 6 books and is a University of San Francisco School of Management Executive Fellow, Honorary Professor at the National University of Ireland-Galway, and AI Research Fellow at Coe College.

    Bill holds an MBA from University of Iowa and a Bachelor of Science from Coe College.

    Find him here https://www.linkedin.com/in/schmarzo/

    00:00 Introduction to Navigating the Digital Jungle

    00:52 Understanding AI and Its Impact

    02:41 Introducing Bill Schmarzo: The Dean of Big Data

    04:19 Explaining AI in Simple Terms

    06:11 The Impact of AI on Children

    07:44 Parental Awareness and Critical Thinking

    10:01 Empowering Parents with Resources

    15:55 The Role of AI in Society and Community

    23:04 AI and Human Creativity

    27:12 Preparing Children for AI Challenges

    28:29 The Role of Parents in Digital Education

    30:03 The Impact of AI on Mental Health

    31:46 Combating Bullying in the Digital Age

    34:41 Nurturing Curiosity and Imagination

    36:31 Collaborative Efforts in AI Education

    41:52 Practical Tips for Parents

    45:20 Listener Questions and Final Thoughts

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  • Toddlers and Tech
    Jul 24 2024
    In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle', Sue Atkins, Angeline Corvaglia, and Tara Jones dive into the complex world of young children and technology. The discussion focuses on managing screen time for toddlers, its benefits, and potential drawbacks. They provide practical tips for parents, including setting limits, recommending educational apps, and emphasising the importance of unstructured play. The episode also explores the impact of excessive screen time on sleep, social skills, and language development. And Sue interviews Dr Amanda Gummer, a research psychologist specialising in child development who shares her insights on balancing screen time with play for holistic child development. The episode concludes with listener questions and valuable advice on maintaining healthy tech habits and navigating parenting challenges in the digital age. For more tips on balancing play and screen time, check out The Good Play Guide and Fundamentally Children for advice and reviews on toys, games, and educational products. Also, explore Data Girl and Friends for educational content on online safety and AI literacy. ‌ More on our guest: Dr Amanda Gummer is a renowned research psychologist and a leading expert on children's play, parenting, and child development. As CEO of Fundamentally Children and Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide, Amanda drives impactful research and consultancy. She chairs the Association of Play Industries, serves as a NED for Families in Focus CIC and advises mission-led startups. With over 20 years of experience and a PhD in neuropsychology, Amanda authored the acclaimed book 'Play' and developed the STEAM toy accreditation framework for the Toy Association. A prominent media figure, Amanda actively contributes to research and policy, presenting internationally, including at the European Parliament. ‌www.GoodPlayGuide.com www.FUNdamentallyChildren.com ‌Social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandagummer and https://www.linkedin.com/company/fundamentallychildrenandgoodplayguide Facebook: @goodplayguide  Instagram: @goodplayguide Twitter: @goodplayguide @dramandagummer ‌ Other links mentioned in the show: Some Parents With Kids Too Glued to Screens Think They’ve Found an Answer. Are They Right? ‌Sue was on LBC talking to Ben Kentish about the news that the Scouts waiting list tops 100,000 as parents try to help lockdown children develop self-esteem Demand for membership has skyrocketed, with the organisation urging more volunteers to sign up to become Scout leaders https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/07/02/scouts-waiting-list-lockdown-confidence/ The Irish Independent about a study that found children given digital devices when they’re having tantrums don’t learn to regulate emotions. Children given digital devices when they’re having tantrums don’t learn to regulate emotions, study finds The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides specific guidelines and advice for managing toddlers' screen time to ensure healthy development. Screen Time and Children . 00:00 Introduction to Navigating the Digital Jungle 00:49 Toddlers and Tech: Benefits and Drawbacks 02:08 Impact of the Pandemic on Toddler Development 02:47 The Importance of Play in Child Development 03:34 Self-Regulation and Screen Time 05:09 Concerns Around Sleep and Screen Time 06:48 Social Skills and Technology 09:46 Language Development and Screen Time 10:55 Attention and Concentration Issues 15:07 Inappropriate Content and Screen Time 22:52 Summer Screen-Free Challenge 26:09 Interview with Dr. Amanda Gummer 33:31 The Role of Apps for Children with Additional Needs 34:07 Addressing Gaming Addiction in Children 35:45 Technology and Toddlers: A Balanced Approach 38:34 The Importance of Play in Early Childhood 39:57 Resources and Websites for Parents 46:03 Listener Questions: Managing Screen Time 54:24 Quick Tips for Digital Parenting 55:33 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Projects
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