EdTech Companies Are Preying on Our Children

Send us Fan MailThis episode of Falling for Learning Podcast focuses on the risks associated with popular educational technology tools like iReady, including data mining practices and their effects on learning. This episode sheds light on lawsuits, advocacy efforts, and practical steps for safeguarding students' privacy and fostering genuine learning connections.Resources & Links:Schools Beyond Screens - Advocacy for safe EdTech policiesDistraction Free Schools California - Initiative combating EdTech overreach and distractioniReady Curriculum by Curriculum Associates - Official site for the product discussedKey topics:The legal case against Curriculum Associates over data mining and privacy concernsHow mandated use of EdTech, like iReady, impacts teaching autonomy and student learningThe influence of EdTech on student engagement, achievement metrics, and long-term developmentCritical analysis of corporate claims that technology alone boosts academic performanceAlternatives and advocacy groups fighting for safe, effective EdTech policiesThe long-term effects of excessive screen time: attention fragmentation, dysregulation, deterioration of handwriting and deep reading skillsPractical advice for parents and teachers to balance technology with traditional learning and human interactionThe importance of community involvement in decision-making about EdTech contracts and policiesSupport the showWe drop new episodes every Saturday at 5 p.m. Pacific Time. Follow us: Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/fallingforlearning/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fallingforlearning/https://linktr.ee/falling4learning