About this episode

Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath discusses the impact of technology on learning and cognitive abilities in children.

In recent decades, classrooms across the nation have been infiltrated with devices. From laptops to tablets, technology now plays a significant role in the way our children are being exposed to information. But what are we missing out on when we outsource our learning to screens?  Today’s guest, Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, is a neuroscientist and educator who specializes in human learning and brain development. His book, The Digital Delusion, explores how technology in the classroom actually hinders learning, and what we can do to help our children learn better in a digital world. In this interview, Jared is sharing the latest science on technology in schools, including its impact on cognition and human connection.  You’re going to learn about the prevalence of technology and screen time in schools today, why interacting in-person has invaluable benefits for development and mental health, and the importance of building a wide knowledge base. We’re also going to talk about how to foster real learning in a digital age. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Model Health Show!  In this episode you’ll discover: How the cognitive abilities of modern children are declining…

People in this episode

Host: Shawn Stevenson

Guest: Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath

Topics covered

• human intelligence
• technology in education
• cognition
• learning methods
• screen time
• mental health

Keywords

• human intelligence
• technology
• education
• cognition
• screen time
• learning
• mental health

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Digital Delusion

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