Parenting in the Digital Age — Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
Carol Muleta
The Parenting 411
- Part 1 Parenting in the Digital Age — Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
- Part 2Managing Technology in the Family — Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
- Part 3Four rules to ensure high school academic success
Show Notes
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01:06Carols journey to The Parenting 411Carol, a parenting strategist and creator of The Parenting 411, created this resource hub to address the information needs she encountered while raising her twin boys. She speaks on topics such as parenting in the digital age, positive discipline, and raising resilient kids.
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03:23Parenting in the digital age and managing technology useParents struggle with balancing technology use in their children's lives, desiring screen-free time and a digital babysitter when convenient. Its crucial to establish boundaries, and manage technology as a tool, rather than allow it to become a tyrant in family life.
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05:28Technology in education and the role of parentsParents must understand how technology is being leveraged in schools. In addition, parents must set clear guidelines for screen time, monitor online activities, and provide safety guidelines for protecting childrens online privacy.
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07:02Balancing screen time for kidsParents should limit screen time for young children, promoting engagement with books and games to develop critical thinking and fine motor skills. Establishing time limits on screens while emphasizing fundamental skills helps children navigate technology responsibly.
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11:09Being intentional with technologyWhile acknowledging the benefits of technology, parents must be intentional and not let it control family life. Ensure children engage with the world around them, participating in outdoor activities to develop the necessary communication and motor skills.
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12:37Promoting Digital Literacy and Critical ThinkingParents should actively engage with their children in exploring age-appropriate online content, and promote digital literacy. Encouraging critical thinking, helping children to recognize reputable sources of information and evaluate the information theyre consuming online.
Quotes
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"75% of parents say that their lives began when they started having children. But about 80% of them say that it's the hardest thing they're doing and they would appreciate good information." - Carol Muleta
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"Parents often want their kids off technology, yet frequently resort to it as a babysitter. You can't have it both ways. Decide how you're going to integrate technology into your family life and be intentional about it." - Carol Muleta
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"Children gain critical thinking and fine motor skills from books and games. There are some fundamental skills you want them to get early on that don't involve screens." - Carol Muleta
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"Talk to children about how to recognize reputable sites and sources of information. Help them to think critically about the information they're feeding their minds." - Carol Muleta
- Part 1 Parenting in the Digital Age — Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
- Part 2Managing Technology in the Family — Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
- Part 3Four rules to ensure high school academic success
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Part 1Parenting in the Digital Age — Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
Carol Muleta, Founder and CEO at The Parenting 411, shares insights on modern parenting and managing technology use. As technology becomes more prevalent in education, it's crucial to establish boundaries for children. While a valuable tool, parents should teach safe and responsible technology use, and manage screen time to promote well-rounded development. Today, Carol discusses parenting in the digital age.
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Part 2Managing Technology in the Family — Carol Muleta // The Parenting 411
Carol Muleta, Founder and CEO at The Parenting 411, shares insights on modern parenting and managing technology use. Striking a healthy tech-life balance ensures positive family dynamics and promotes responsible technology use. However, this requires a proactive approach from parents to regulate screen time, set appropriate content boundaries, and encourage open communication about online risks and safety. Today, Carol discusses managing technology in the family.
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