toddlers and tablets
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Since their launch, tablets have become increasingly popular
in preschool and early-years learning. 3
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Many researchers have voted for the use of
interactive screens to enhance early learning
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iPads and Tablets are not sedentary activity; they require skill development & massively enhance learning 3
A study at the University of
Wisconsin found:
Children aged 2 - 3
who were interacting with screens learned
faster & made fewer mistakes than
those who were not 4
The University of
London has
published research
on how iPads can
support literacy at a
young age. They
can also improve
skills in children
who have unique
learning styles or
are in special
education 3
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In 2012, nearly ¾
of the top selling apps labeled as “educational” were aimed at toddlers and preschoolers
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Tablets work best when
complemented with parent
interaction and supervision...
...not simply used
as baby sitters 4
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What are your thoughts?
Only time will tell the true effect that iPad & tablet use has on young children
Research Sources 1. Children and Parents: Media Use and Attitudes Report
Compiled by: Ofcom October 3, 2013 http://stakeholders.ofcom.org.uk/binaries/research/media-literacy/october-2013/research07Oct2013.pdf
2. CMO: 15 Mind-Blowing Stats about Tablets By: Giselle Abramovich August 14, 2013 http://www.cmo.com/articles/2013/8/13/_15_must_know_stats_.html
3. The Guardian UK: Are iPads and Tablets Bad for Young Children?
By: Paula Cocozza January 4, 2014 http://www.theguardian.com/society/2014/jan/08/are-tablet-computers-bad-young-children
4. Time: Should Toddlers Use Tablets and Smartphones After All? By: Matt Peckham April 24, 2013 http://techland.time.com/2013/04/24/should-toddlers-use-tablets-and-smartphones-after-all/