children, but it can also be used to encourage physical activity, says
Dr Lala Manners.
Most children are surrounded by varying forms of digital technology from birth onwards. Both at home and in settings they are well used to being filmed and monitored as they play and learn. They are familiar with a range of apps that they download and use independently, making their own choices and decisions as to how and when to be entertained.
Children are taking an ever-increasing role in determining and curating their own experiences, deciding on their level and style of engagement with people and the environment. They expect to be active participants in their learning - and are having an increasing impact on approaches to parenting.
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