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Tips to teach children right blend of technology and media-
Several researches have come out in the recent days on kids overuse of technology like Laptops, PCs, Notepads, Mobiles and media such as TV, Internet, Broadcast, Podcast. Subsequently, though staying connected with peers and friends, eventually losing family bond.
Research shows that though children 'plugged in” all the time, they’re not as happy as kids who spend less time using media and technology.
In the current age, the challenge for parents is not to prevent children from using media and technology, but to achieve a healthy balance between the time spent connected to technology and having it unplugged at home.
Developing a family ties is the lone and excellent way to achieve balance in the amount of time your children spend on cell phones, watching TV and using computers.
All that requires from the part of family head is to set ground rules for media consumption in your home and gives your children clear, loving parameters to operate within.
Deciding with whom, when, where and what your children do on their computer and cell phone is an important step in helping them become responsible, honest and caring adults.
First of all, decide who can use a computer, TV and cell phone in your home. Consider your children's age to determine whether or not they are old enough for a cell phone or to use the computer independently. If your child is younger than middle school-age, he may not have a need for a cell phone.
Make a clear decision that reflects your understanding of your child’s maturity and needs.
Next, set limits on when your children can talk or send texts on their cell phone, watch TV and use the computer. Take away children’s phone at bedtime so that they dont stay awake till late night sending texts that you can’t monitor.
Thirdly, make sure your children understand where they can and can’t use cell phones and computers and watch TV. Discuss, for example, that church, school and the dinner table are inappropriate places to talk on the phone or send text messages.
Remove TVs from the bedrooms in your home, or at least from your child’s bedroom. Encourage TV and computer usage from one common area in your home, as this will help you monitor usage and stay connected as a family.
Lastly, develop expectations about what your children can and can’t do online; who they can and can’t talk to on their phones; and what they can and can’t watch on TV.
Probe into what their friends are doing online or talking/texting about on their phones.
Discuss the harmful effects of gossiping or slandering people, for example, online or over the phone.
Embracing technology and helping your children understand how to use it in a safe, healthy manner is the best way to prepare them for life as adults.
