The human touch Parents should play an active role in their children’s engagement with mobile devices by Sierra Eisen / May 11, 2018
“Never before have we had such power in our pockets” Explaining how technology has changed learning, Martin Ebner discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating tech into classrooms Interview by Cornelia Puhze / April 3, 2018
Educational apps designed for kids: Avoiding missed opportunities Thoughtfully designing mobile apps to support and promote early learning by Melissa Callaghan / March 19, 2018
The lure of the smartphone A father and media psychologist looks at how he uses his smartphone when spending time with his kids. His conclusion? No need to feel guilty by Gregor Waller / March 1, 2018
Should screens tell kids to end screen-time? Consumers demand more thoughtful design from companies by Alexis Hiniker / February 28, 2018
Attention is changing in the digital age If contemporary approaches to learning are to be successful, they must take advantage of new forms of attention by Philippe Wampfler / February 26, 2018
Blaming smartphones, but missing the point The "new digital divide" entails new opportunities for most young people, but increased risk for the most vulnerable, says Candice Odgers Interview by Sabine Gysi / February 21, 2018
The lasting effects of television and video games in a child’s bedroom A recent study by developmental psychologist Douglas Gentile looks at how bedroom media leads to negative outcomes for children by Meeri Kim / February 20, 2018
“You can’t just disconnect your kids” Media researcher Michael Robb on the rise of personal devices among children and the importance of raising responsible digital citizens Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / February 19, 2018
The social robot teacher New study by Kimberly Brink and colleagues looks at how children view social robots and what factors build their trust in a robot teacher by Meeri Kim / February 9, 2018
Artificial intelligence can make MOOCs smarter AI can help customize learning paths tailored to an individual students’ capabilities and create opportunities for more teaching assistance by Julianne Hill / January 29, 2018
“Constantly ask yourself if your students have achieved their objectives” Education researcher Klaus Zierer explains how today’s teachers can deal with society’s challenges while in turn challenging their students Interview by Sabine Gysi / November 30, 2017
