The EdTech Lab

Ep. 5 - Emotionally Intelligent Use Of Technology with Sara Filipcic

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In this episode I’m chatting with Sara, the founder of Be Human(e). Be Human(e), through their virtual Life Atlas platform, offers game experiences for students to practice life skills that foster their personal, social and emotional wellbeing. Sara’s all about nurturing these life skills, especially amid the rapid advancements in technology. We discuss the research she’s conducted on how exactly emerging tech impacts youth, their relationships with tech and with each other, and she offers insights for educators to leverage this knowledge. Enjoy the episode!


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We cover:

  • How Sara's background in social work led to the mission behind Be Human(e)
  • What is emotionally intelligent use of technology?
  • The idea behind Life Atlas, the metaverse game helping students practice life skills
  • Findings from their 6-month study on the interplay of tech usage and students' social and emotional development
  • The importance of metacognition in technology usage
  • Emerging technologies that Sara is excited about

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