Many adults simply accept the idea that “kids love technology” without interrogating it further. While many kids do love a shiny new device, it’s worth looking deeper than the tech itself to find out more. Understanding their motivations can help us make better decisions about how educators and parents can collaborate with children to support their learning.
In my professional work with schools, I get many opportunities to talk with groups of educators, parents and students about their experiences. Sometimes the results are surprising, and go against “conventional wisdom.” This is one of those issues.
