Educators and Parents Grapple with Balancing Screen Time Benefits and Risks in U.S. Education
Parents and educators in the U.S. are navigating the complex landscape of screen time for children, weighing its educational benefits against potential risks. While school-issued technology is recognized as a valuable learning tool, it also presents challenges such as distraction. Tanasha Holder, an inclusion teacher at Lumberton High School, observes both the advantages and disadvantages of technology in the classroom, noting that computers offer useful resources, especially for students who benefit from diverse learning approaches. However, she also points out that increased screen time can reduce student engagement. Dr. Patricia Tibbs, a pediatrician and president of the Mississippi Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, acknowledges the necessity of computers in modern education but emphasizes that there is no universal 'too much' when it comes to screen time. Instead, she advises parents to consider how children are using screens and what other activities, such as physical play or social inter...
