I chose to read The Digital Delusion by Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath because of the caption on the back of the book, "Our Children Are Struggling." The quick synopsis of the book states that schools have become dominated by screens and now lack deep learning "born of human connection" resulting in failing performance, limited attention and lacking in academic rigor.
I often wonder how technology fits into my classroom in a meaningful way. With so many digital tools available and encouraged/required in early education, I wanted to better understand whether technology truly supports how young children learn or if it sometimes takes away from child development.
Ultimately, I chose this book to help me make more intentional instructional decisions, balance technology use in my classroom, and ensure that my teaching practices align with what is best for my students' cognitive and developmental needs.
I often wonder how technology fits into my classroom in a meaningful way. With so many digital tools available and encouraged/required in early education, I wanted to better understand whether technology truly supports how young children learn or if it sometimes takes away from child development.
Ultimately, I chose this book to help me make more intentional instructional decisions, balance technology use in my classroom, and ensure that my teaching practices align with what is best for my students' cognitive and developmental needs.