Neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath Critiques Ed Tech's Impact on Student Learning
Jared Cooney Horvath, a neuroscientist and former K-12 teacher, has raised concerns about the impact of educational technology on student learning. In his book, 'The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids’ Learning—And How to Help Them Thrive Again,' Horvath argues that the integration of digital technologies in education has led to a decline in cognitive skills among students. He points to the reversal of the Flynn effect, which previously showed generational increases in IQ scores, as evidence of this decline. Horvath's research suggests that excessive screen time and reliance on digital tools can fragment attention and reduce cognitive skills. He highlights that students who use computers extensively score significantly lower on assessments like PISA. Despite the potential benefits of certain educational technologies, such as intelligent tutoring systems, Horvath emphasizes the importance of traditional learning methods, like paper-based reading and note-taking, for effective educatio... 
