Published On: June 3rd, 2012|

Huff Post Education – Susan Linn

“…children from low-income families spend more time handling technology — across platforms — than their wealthier counterparts… There’s no question that technology is here to stay. Kids born today will experience wondrous technologies most of us can’t even imagine. But the skills they will always need to thrive — deep thinking, the ability to differentiate fact from hype, creativity, self-regulation, empathy, and self-reflection — aren’t learned in front of screens. They are learned through face-to-face communication, hands-on exploration of the world, opportunities for thoughtful reflection, and dreams.”(more)