活動推介 : Disconnect to Reconnect Technology Use and Children

With the sharp rise of entertainment technology use amongst children, it’s imperative as responsible parents and educators, to understand the damaging impact technology has on childhood development and make the right choices that allow us to raise and educate our children with technology in a balanced way.

Speaker: Cris Rowan is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and outspoken critic of the overuse of technology in childhood learning. She has been a frequent guest of CBC radio, TV and featured in DBD TV’s “Are We Digital Dummies?” Cris is CEO of Zone’in Programs Inc. offering products, workshops and training to improve child health and enhance academic performance.

In this thought-provoking talk, Cris Rowan will explore:

- How current technology research relates to physical, mental, social and academic performance of a child

- The effects of cyberbullying on child aggression behavior

- 10 Steps to Unplug Your Children

- How to apply balanced technology management initiatives

Date: Monday, September 22, 2014
Time: 18.30 - 20.30 (Doors open: 18.15)
Venue: Paragon Culture, 23/F The Pemberton, 22-26 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, HK
Fee: HK$250 per person
Suitable for: Parents, teachers, occupational therapists
Language: English