Technology & Time
Engagement Activity
As you are aware, technology impacts and influences much of our daily lives. We often dismiss the importance of taking breaks from technology. As a way of interacting with the content you have read about the use of technology and its relation to children, let's take a step back and challenge our own interactions with technology. Follow the instructions below to complete the task. For this activity you will need a timer, and either a pen and paper, or device to make note of your response.
Step 1
Set a timer for 2 minutes.
During this 2 minute period use any form of technology you'd like (scroll through social media, watch a show, listen to music, etc.)
Step 2
Once the 2 minute timer is up, reflect on how you feel. Did the time go fast or slow? Do you feel calm, distracted, anxious, relaxed? What is one thing you learned?
Step 3
Set a timer for 2 minutes.
During this 2 minute period, set your phone down and remove yourself from the presence of all technology. Close your eyes or go outside.
Step 4
Again, once the timer is up, reflect on how you feel. Did the time go fast or slow? Do you feel calm, distracted, anxious, relaxed? What is one thing you learned?
Step 5: Menti
Using the link provided below respond to the question to reflect on the exercise.