We teach our children to look both ways before they cross the road in order not to be hit by a car and not to touch a hot stove as they could be burned; however, are we able to teach the importance of positive boundaries with technology when the rules have not been learned while growing up as adults? Using technology is a given in society today; knowing how to use it properly requires learning. As adults and digital immigrants new to the world of technology, it can be challenging to teach our children, digital natives, who are born into the world of technology.
Using a computer, tablet, smartphone or gaming device are important aspects of reality for students today, yet knowing how to use them correctly is something that adults continue to learn. A Platform for Good and The Family Online Institute have created user friendly and concise contracts for you and your child when using technology. The expectations of the contract highlight the advantages of using the device and outline the frequent use time to encourage a healthy, positive integration of technology. Most importantly, the contract acknowledges the parent's responsibility indicating that as a parent, you will not overreact, you will learn new things along the way and be equally responsible by setting a good example. Overall, this contract connects the "digital native" to the "digital immigrant" and consequently enhances the parent child relationship.
Take a look at the examples below. If you plan to purchase a device as a gift over the holidays, include the contracts. Contracts and additional information can be downloaded from the Platform for Good website. It is a great resource promoting online safely and parental education when working with your child and technology.
Using a computer, tablet, smartphone or gaming device are important aspects of reality for students today, yet knowing how to use them correctly is something that adults continue to learn. A Platform for Good and The Family Online Institute have created user friendly and concise contracts for you and your child when using technology. The expectations of the contract highlight the advantages of using the device and outline the frequent use time to encourage a healthy, positive integration of technology. Most importantly, the contract acknowledges the parent's responsibility indicating that as a parent, you will not overreact, you will learn new things along the way and be equally responsible by setting a good example. Overall, this contract connects the "digital native" to the "digital immigrant" and consequently enhances the parent child relationship.
Take a look at the examples below. If you plan to purchase a device as a gift over the holidays, include the contracts. Contracts and additional information can be downloaded from the Platform for Good website. It is a great resource promoting online safely and parental education when working with your child and technology.