Smartphones, Gaming & Social Media: Practical Strategies for Parents & Educators
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Smartphones & Social Media: Practical Strategies for Parents & Educators
Unsure whether - or when - to give your child or teen a smartphone?
Concerned about how much time they spend online and what they’re exposed to?
Wondering whether new social media laws actually make a difference?
This essential webinar unpacks what’s really happening in the online world of children and young people, how screens and social media affect developing brains, and what adults can do to keep kids safe while maintaining trust and connection.
Designed primarily for parents and educators of older children (8+) and young teenagers, this session will also be valuable for anyone living or working with children.
Topics include:
Key online risks and how to protect children while building trust
Addictive app and game design and its impact on developing brains
How to decide when your child is ready for a smartphone or certain apps (and alternatives to consider)
Turning screen-time battles into opportunities for connection and growth
Grounded in the latest research, this session offers proven, real-life strategies and practical tools you can use immediately to manage device use more calmly and confidently at home.
This event is for Montessori educators and parents.
Event Recording
***We encourage live-attendance at our events so that you can gain the most out of the session. However, this event will be recorded and made available to view for a limited time by ticket holders who cannot attend the live workshop.***
About the Presenter
Anke Lasserre
About Anke & FamilyFlow: Anke is a parenting coach and educator based in Margaret River (WA). After a life-changing year of immersive parenting training with her family seven years ago, she decided to share these transformative insights with others. She supports parents in creating more ease, joy and connection at home. Drawing on 20+ years in IT project management, Anke has a special interest in helping families navigate screentime, smartphones and social media with more confidence and calm. Her proven approach is practical, peaceful, empowering for everyone (including the kids!), and rooted in real-life success. Find out more at www.familyflow.com.au
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- Are there group discounts?
Yes, MSCA Members can save 20% when purchasing a group of 10 tickets. That's 10 tickets for the price of 8! Buy in bulk to share with staff or families – valuable PD or parent education.
- I'm not a MSCA member. How can I join?
Find out more and apply for MSCA membership here: https://msca.edu.au/about-us/membership-benefits/
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