[azhar]

I think in childcare, screen time should be limited and intentional, focusing on age-appropriate and educational content to support development. Young children learn much better through interactive activities and hands-on learning since this builds social-emotional and cognitive development. Screens should never replace active play or meaningful interactions with caregivers and peers.

[Kendra]

Screen time has clearly had an adverse affect on the upcoming generations, I do not see a need for them in the classroom as they have an addict-like affects on children. Attention deficits, lack of comprehension or awareness, even spelling and language are being adversely affected by the amount of time spent on devices. Screens can be addictive in excess, but that goes for any age group.

I am of the opinion that screen time is best for home and should be limited depending a child’s age or cognitive development. As a child transition from that to a teenager, amount of screen time then becomes more of a discussion.

[Dylan]

I think there is a time and a place for it, and kids should be able to watch things, but not more than they interact with the world. they should play outside and ask questions and do art and read before they have active screen time so they learn many different ways to stimulate their brains

[Itzel]

I think that children ages 4 and up can be introduced to a small amount of screen time

While in childcare. I would say at most an hour a day so they can be introduced to games that can help them learn numbers or abcs.

[lindsey]

Children do not need screens to learn, at least not until they’re older. They can use their imaginations, experiences, and visual observations to learn.

[Breanna Kinstler-caropino]

I think there are both pros and cons to screen time for a child, In my opinion screen time for a child under the age of 2 years old is unnecessary. However, allowing children two and up to occasionally watch educational videos or play educational games like hooked on phonics can be very beneficial

[Haylee]

Screen time needs to be limited in childcare. No one under the age of two should be allowed to have any screen time. When children over age two engage in screen time it should be educational such as an audio or animated book or a learning video, this screen time should also be limited to 20 minutes a week.

[Tiana]

I feel like videos and screen time can be entertaining. Growing up we used to watch Bill Nye The Science Guy all the time and I learned a whole bunch of things that wouldn’t have any other way. I think as long as it’s for educational purposes it’s okay every once in a while.

[Kyasha finkley]

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[Rohina Hakimkhel]

I think age categories matters “infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children”, considering quality, educational curriculum. Proper screening process, role of screen childcare, relationship with child and tools for screening are important.

[Safia Patman]

When it comes to screen time for children in childcare, it’s important to find a balance. Technology can be a helpful tool for learning when used thoughtfully, but it shouldn’t replace hands-on activities and interactions that are vital for development.

For young children, especially in the early years, face-to-face interaction and physical play are key to developing important skills like communication, problem-solving, and emotional regulation. Too much screen time can take away from these vital experiences, like building relationships with peers and caregivers or exploring their environment through play.

However, I do think that when screen time is used, it should be purposeful. For example, an educational app or video can support a child’s learning in areas like language development or creativity, but it should be used in moderation and in ways that encourage interaction, such as discussing what’s happening on the screen or letting the child choose what they want to explore.

It’s also essential that screen time doesn’t interfere with physical activity. Children need time to run, jump, and move around, which is an important part of their physical and cognitive development.

Ultimately, screen time can be part of a well-rounded program if it’s carefully monitored, kept to appropriate limits, and used as a tool for learning rather than just entertainment. It’s about ensuring that it doesn’t replace the real-life connections and active play that young children thrive on.

[Victoria]

My thoughts before this training on screentime were its just sound and wouldn’t have much affect on their ability to develop at such young ages. I will now be filling my “back ground” noise with music or nothing at all.

[Layla Zener]

I believe that parents and caregivers should avoid screens for their young children as much as possible for the sake of their healthy brain development. Early childhood education is all about encouraging positive brain development, which is why the classroom should focus on engaging children with materials, books, toys, and interaction with others.

[Lyndia Roberts]

What are your thoughts on screen time for children in childcare?

I believe that screen time can hinder children’s growth, but many times it can help show examples of life lessons that can’t always be learned by just a parent or adult explaining it. Children learn on screens from the different situations characters on the screen are put through each episode or movie. They can learn very valuable life lessons and see emotions that may not be as easily explained. I believe that children should not have too many screens, but they can help growth. It is okay in moderation.

[Shikha poddar]

There should be no screen time for children below 2Yrs of age.After 2 years screen time should ve limited.