$46
per class
1 Day Understanding and Managing Screen Time Addiction: Insights by a Programmer
Completed by 69 learners
Ages 9-14
Live One-Time Class
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(1,290 reviews)
Popular
Live video meetings
Meets once
1-5 learners per class
50 min
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this class, students will learn about the addictive properties of screen time and how to manage it effectively to avoid negative consequences. Led by a programmer with firsthand experience in the tech industry, the class will cover the psychological and technological factors that contribute to screen time addiction and provide practical strategies for avoiding it. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Topics Covered ▬▬▬▬▬▬ 1) Why screens are addictive - the tricks used to keep you watching, playing and spending more 2) How to recognise the symptoms - if you spot addiction earlier it's easier to deal with it 3) What can happen if you get addicted - the reasons why you want to avoid addiction 4) Ways to deal with it or prevent it & how to make better choices about how you use your time 5) The psychological and technological factors that contribute to screen time addiction
Learning Goals
Student will learn ways of gaining control of their screen time habitats and have the facts to make better decisions.Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please note, this class will highlight to students how much of their lives they are wasting on screens and the harmful effects this has on their minds, bodies and relationships. Some students can find the realization that they have a screen addiction problem profoundly distressing.
After this class, please ensure that you speak to your child about what we have covered and be prepared to offer the support they will need to overcome their addiction. You may wish to approach local counselling services to find out what professional support is available to you.
Please be aware that addiction is a problem, whether it is screen time, video games, drugs, alcohol or any other addictive behaviour. If your child identifies that they have a problem during this class please seek professional help immediately.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Brighton University UK
Johnathan holds a Bachelors' Degree in Computer Science during which course he learned how to program video games and the science behind making the games highly addictive, a requirement of the companies who make money from this 90 billion dollar industry. He has worked with children of all ages in the fields of sports, circus skills, and business as a trainer and mentor. He has extensive experience in mentoring and counseling which he applies during this class.
Dr. Peter King has done Computer Science modules at University and is a lifelong computer game enthusiast - especially Sid Meir's Civilization which he has played throughout most of his adult life. So he understands from first-person experience how addictive video games can be. He has 3 young stepchildren who he helps get active away from their Playstations and uses many of the techniques and theories explained in this course to help them get a better balance to their lives.Reviews
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