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Rethinking Education: How Children and Teachers Engage with Technology through Digital Play?

Are young children just "consuming" technology, or are they becoming active creators? In this video, we explore key insights from a decade of research (2010–2020) on how children (birth to six years old) and teachers interact with digital tools in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) settings.We dive into the shifting landscape of digital pedagogy, moving beyond simple "screen time" to meaningful, collaborative engagement.Key Topics Covered:• Children as Creators: Discover how children are shifting from being mere consumers to active producers, creating their own movies, animations, and digital stories.• Digital Play is "Real" Play: We discuss the concept of "converged play," where the boundaries between traditional toys and digital tools blur, creating a "coalition of practices" in the classroom.• Learning With & From Technology: See how tools like digital microscopes, tablets, and interactive whiteboards support early literacy, mathematical thinking, and scientific discovery.• The Role of the Teacher: Why pedagogical reflection and teacher guidance are essential to ensure technology is an integrated part of learning rather than just an "add-on".• Bridging the Gap: Addressing the "digital difference" between a child’s experiences with technology at home versus in the educational environment.Why This Matters: According to national frameworks, such as those in Norway, teachers are encouraged to enable children to "explore, play, learn and create using digital forms of expression". This video provides a research-backed look at how to fulfill that mission while supporting children’s social and creative development.