Pause. Think. Choose - Every Click Counts: A Video Series about Purposeful Technology

INTRODUCTION

This video series highlights how purposeful screen time enhances teaching and learning. Hear from educators as they share the positive impact educational technology is making in their classrooms.

Screen time is a highly debated topic today. As educators, we know that all screen time is not created equal. Intentional use of screens to promote collaboration, creativity and critical thinking is much different than passively consuming content. Just like every student is unique, so are the dynamics in every classroom. The inclusion of new AI tools is making the learning environment even more interesting. Let's take a moment to reflect and think about what makes screen time appropriate and useful for students. What if you had short, simple, PSA style videos to share and help you begin discussions about this topic?

IDEAS FOR USE

This video series is created by elementary students and intended for a larger audience beyond our schools. Let's start a positive dialogue among teachers, students, administrators and community members around screen time.

• Classroom teacher: Play the video as a discussion starter in class. Use the video as a model and then have your students create their own videos. 🎥
• School or district administrators: Share the video at a staff meeting or district PD to open the screen time discussion for your staff. What are your school policies and guidelines regarding screen time? Post a link to the video on social media to be proactive and let the community know how your school is intentionally using technology. 💻
• Technology coaches: Present a video during a teacher PD to open the dialogue 🗣️ about screen time and give suggestions for lessons that have meaning and purpose for student technology use.

How do you help students think, learn and discuss the effects of screen time on their lives? Share your ideas💡in the comments below.

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(Note: This post used AI technology to assist with generating ideas and editing for grammar and clarity.)