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S03 Ep1: Screen Time Isn’t the Enemy: Here’s What Matters Instead
In this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin welcomes Will Maurer from Children's Media Research and Reform to discuss the critical topic of screen time for children under two. Will shares his journey from working in media and entertainment to focusing on the impact of screen use on young children, particularly during the pandemic when he became a parent. He emphasizes the alarming effects of overstimulating content, which can lead to dopamine imbalances and addictive behaviors in children, likening it to the first addiction in their lives. Will highlights the gapbetween existing guidelines that recommend no screen time for children under two and the reality that many children are exposed to screens at a young age.
The conversation delves into the characteristics of qualitycontent versus harmful media, with Will advising parents and educators to look for slower-paced, developmentally appropriate programming that encourages co-viewing and interaction. He critiques popular media, including platformslike YouTube, for their rapid pacing and overstimulation, which can hinder a child's ability to learn and develop. Will advocates for a shift in how children's media is produced, emphasizing the need for content that supports language development and meaningful engagement between parents and children.The episode concludes with a call to action for better funding and support for creating high-quality media for young children, echoing the legacy of educational pioneers like Fred Rogers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Screen Time and Early ChildhoodEducation
03:02 Current Research on Screen Use for Children Under Two
06:20 Identifying Quality Content for Young Children
08:30 The Evolution of Children's Media
10:25 The Impact of Fast-Paced Programming
14:15 Co-Viewing: Bridging the Gap Between Screens andLearning
15:55 Evaluating Popular Shows: The Case of Miss Rachel
21:29 Guidance for Educators and Parents on Screen Use
23:30 Susie’s Reflections on Today’s Topic
Music by Mykola Odnoroh from Pixabay
About Our Guest - Will Maurer
Media and Education | TEDx Speaker on Children’s Media Reform | On a Mission to Positively Impact the Lives of Families Around the Worldwww.cmrrl.org
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By Susie BeghinIn this episode of the ECE Classroom podcast, host SusieBeghin welcomes Will Maurer from Children's Media Research and Reform to discuss the critical topic of screen time for children under two. Will shares his journey from working in media and entertainment to focusing on the impact of screen use on young children, particularly during the pandemic when he became a parent. He emphasizes the alarming effects of overstimulating content, which can lead to dopamine imbalances and addictive behaviors in children, likening it to the first addiction in their lives. Will highlights the gapbetween existing guidelines that recommend no screen time for children under two and the reality that many children are exposed to screens at a young age.
The conversation delves into the characteristics of qualitycontent versus harmful media, with Will advising parents and educators to look for slower-paced, developmentally appropriate programming that encourages co-viewing and interaction. He critiques popular media, including platformslike YouTube, for their rapid pacing and overstimulation, which can hinder a child's ability to learn and develop. Will advocates for a shift in how children's media is produced, emphasizing the need for content that supports language development and meaningful engagement between parents and children.The episode concludes with a call to action for better funding and support for creating high-quality media for young children, echoing the legacy of educational pioneers like Fred Rogers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Screen Time and Early ChildhoodEducation
03:02 Current Research on Screen Use for Children Under Two
06:20 Identifying Quality Content for Young Children
08:30 The Evolution of Children's Media
10:25 The Impact of Fast-Paced Programming
14:15 Co-Viewing: Bridging the Gap Between Screens andLearning
15:55 Evaluating Popular Shows: The Case of Miss Rachel
21:29 Guidance for Educators and Parents on Screen Use
23:30 Susie’s Reflections on Today’s Topic
Music by Mykola Odnoroh from Pixabay
About Our Guest - Will Maurer
Media and Education | TEDx Speaker on Children’s Media Reform | On a Mission to Positively Impact the Lives of Families Around the Worldwww.cmrrl.org