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1 - Congressman Scott Perry joins us this afternoon. Scott speaks on why we need to fix our problems with the FAA as another incident has occurred, this time with Air Force One. What can be done going forward in Iran as we continue to strike the country with seemingly no good resolution in sight? What is the dilemma? What do people think the solution is to move on? 120 - Are you tired of Strait of Hormuz talk and those responsible for being in this scenario? Was this pizza shop owner out of line? Your calls. 140 - Neuroscientist and author, Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins us today after he made additions to his book: “The Digital Delusion” after receiving feedback worldwide that technology in classrooms isn't working as intended. Why do schools like Lower Merion continue to push tech when it has not yielded intended results? How has learning through tech actually hurt tech literacy skills? Is Jared a luddite? Are take home laptops beneficial to lower income students? What should be the way forward in order to best serve the children? 155 - Teasing the final hour.
12 - The Socialists/Communists are winning! Dom leads off the show with his reaction to the DSA win in Michigan last night. 1210 - Side - defined the 80's 1215 - PA Attorney General Dave Sunday joins us here today after the massive indictment against perpetrators of fraud in Pennsylvania yesterday. What is his message to those thinking they can commit Medicaid fraud? What does he think about those passing the buck along to other fraudsters? How did someone sign off on someone working over 120 hours in a single day? What the heck happened in Philadelphia regarding “concessions”? What is the future of second-degree murder convictions in PA? 1240 - Why is there no local reporting on fraud? Is sex real? Your calls. 1 - Congressman Scott Perry joins us this afternoon. Scott speaks on why we need to fix our problems with the FAA as another incident has occurred, this time with Air Force One. What can be done going forward in Iran as we continue to strike the country with seemingly no good resolution in sight? What is the dilemma? What do people think the solution is to move on? 120 - Are you tired of Strait of Hormuz talk and those responsible for being in this scenario? Was this pizza shop owner out of line? Your calls. 140 - Neuroscientist and author, Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins us today after he made additions to his book: “The Digital Delusion” after receiving feedback worldwide that technology in classrooms isn't working as intended. Why do schools like Lower Merion continue to push tech when it has not yielded intended results? How has learning through tech actually hurt tech literacy skills? Is Jared a luddite? Are take home laptops beneficial to lower income students? What should be the way forward in order to best serve the children? 155 - Teasing the final hour. 2 - Why can't we call the candidate in Michigan by his name? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - How can the Communist candidates be defeated in this country? Well, reporting on them might be a start! 235 - How is a South Philadelphia neighborhood banding together to stop porch pirates? Your calls. 250 - The Lightning Round!
Gary plays a clip from - Jared Cooney Horvath about the Education System Reads his latest essay - How To Heal The Emotional Wounds From Your Past Share's the latest on Health and Healing HEALTH NEWS Beetroot juice may benefit pregnant women with chronic kidney disease When Gut Bacteria Run Out of Fiber, They May Start Eating You New study links exposure to fungicides and insecticides to changes in the age of menarche Could a plant-based diet trick your body into burning fat? Not all exercise is equal when it comes to metabolic syndrome risk
Shanna and Laura sit down with Mike McLeod, founder of GrowNOW ADHD, co-host of "The ADHD Parenting Podcast," and author of "The Executive Function Playbook," to learn more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). They dive into common misconceptions about ADHD, when parents might start to see signs of ADHD in their children, how screen time affects neurodivergent kids, how to navigate the ADHD medication journey, and so much more. Mike also breaks down exactly what executive function is and shares practical strategies parents can start using today to help strengthen their kids' executive functioning skills. This episode is available one week early for Patreon members at the Friends and Besties tiers.Topics discussed in this episode:Mike McLeod's background and how he became an ADHD expertWhy ADHD is not a superpower, and why that framing can be harmfulAt what age to start evaluating your child for ADHDWhat executive function actually isThe four pillars of executive functionWorking memory: hindsight, foresight and why ADHD kids are stuck in the present momentPractical strategies to strengthen executive functioning at homeScreen time and ADHD: what the research actually saysEdTech in classroomsADHD medication: safety, effectiveness and navigating trial and errorCommon ADHD myths bustedWhy ADHD kids need authoritative parentingHow to stop carrying the mental load aloneProducts, links, resources mentioned in this episode:GrowNOW ADHD - Mike's organization, parent training and student skills coaching"The Executive Function Playbook: Building Independence in Kids with ADHD" by Mike McLeod - Mike's book, frequently referenced in this episode"The Executive Function Playbook in Action: Activities and Exercises to Support Kids with ADHD" - the companion workbook"The ADHD Parenting Podcast" - co-hosted by Mike McLeod and Ryan Wexelblatt, founder of ADHD DudeGrowNOW ADHD on InstagramDr. Russell Barkley on YouTube - recommended for more on working memory and executive functionSarah Ward, M.S., CCC/SLP - also recommended for more on executive function"The Digital Delusion" by Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath - a must-read for parents and educators on edtechBookThinkers - the event Mike attended in BostonConnect with Us:• Become a Patreon member to access ad-free episodes, bonus content, live hangouts and more!• Follow us on social: Instagram, TikTok or Facebook at @bfppodcast• Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.• Visit our website: bigfatpositivepodcast.com• Email us: contact@bigfatpositivepodcast.com• Send us a voice message: speakpipe.com/bfppodcastIf you enjoyed this episode, help spread the word by sharing the show or leaving a review. Thank you!Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
David Griffith talks with neuroscientist and educator Jared Cooney Horvath, author of The Digital Delusion, about whether schools have put too much faith in classroom technology. They discuss what the evidence says about screen-based instruction, why school-sanctioned devices and platforms deserve more scrutiny, and whether artificial intelligence is making the ed-tech problem better or worse.Then, on the Research Minute, Amber Northern reviews a new study on Texas's Teacher Incentive Allotment and why performance pay may not be enough to steer effective teachers toward higher-need schools.Recommended content:The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning - And How To Help Them Thrive Again —Jared Cooney HorvathLet's debate LA's screen time policy —Michael J. Petrilli, SCHOOLEDAre Chromebook carts the answer? —Michael J. Petrilli, SCHOOLEDTeacher Sorting and Preferences over School Disadvantage: Evidence from Performance Pay in Texas —Patrick L. Massey, EdWorkingPapers (2026)Feedback Welcome: Have ideas for improving our show? We would love to hear them. Send them to thegadfly@fordhaminstitute.org
Are digital screens and modern shortcuts secretly making us dumber?Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins Tomi to reveal a shocking scientific milestone: Gen Z is the first generation in recorded history to underperform their parents on every major cognitive measure—including IQ, memory, and attention. Dr. Horvath breaks down how laptop-centered classrooms sabotage memory, why outsourcing our thinking to AI and tech is destroying critical skills, and the hidden dangers of the internet's viral "self-diagnosis" trend where healthy people mistake normal human emotions for disorders like autism. This is a massive wakeup call for parents, educators, and anyone looking to reclaim their cognitive grit and step away from the digital delusion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Does digital learning actually work, or have organisations misunderstood how human learning truly happens? In this Leadership Podcast episode, Dr Jared Cooney Horvath M.Ed., cognitive neuroscientist and expert in human learning, joins Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc to explore the science behind digital learning, workplace education and organisational capability development. Drawing on scientific evidence, international educational data across more than 80 countries and research spanning over six decades, this episode addresses one of the most important questions for modern organisations: Does technology improve learning, or does it unintentionally weaken cognitive development? Topics include: • Does digital learning work in organisations? • Why e-learning often fails to create behavioural change • The science behind attention, memory and executive functioning • Why leadership cannot be developed through passive online courses • Digital instruction vs genuine learning • Blended learning, leadership development and organisational capability • How businesses should rethink learning and development This episode is essential for CEOs, HR leaders, Learning & Development professionals, executives, board members and business decision-makers seeking evidence-based approaches to organisational learning. Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com Contact Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/ Niels Brabandt's Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/ Niels Brabandt's Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/
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Funktioniert digitales Lernen wirklich oder investieren Unternehmen Milliarden in Formate mit begrenzter Wirkung? In dieser Episode analysieren Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath M.Ed., renommierter Neurowissenschaftler für Lernen, und Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc die wissenschaftliche Evidenz hinter Digital Learning, E-Learning, Onlinekursen und moderner Mitarbeitendenentwicklung. Basierend auf internationalen Studien, wissenschaftlicher Forschung und einer hochrangigen Anhörung im US-Kongress diskutieren wir eine unbequeme Frage: Führt mehr digitale Technologie tatsächlich zu besseren Lernergebnissen oder passiert das Gegenteil? Themen dieser Episode: • Funktioniert digitales Lernen in Unternehmen? • Was sagt die Wissenschaft zu E-Learning? • Warum reine Onlinekurse oft scheitern • Blended Learning vs. rein digitale Weiterbildung • Leadership Development und nachhaltige Kompetenzentwicklung • Warum Führung, Konfliktmanagement und Organisationsentwicklung Interaktion brauchen • Welche Fehler Unternehmen bei Learning & Development machen Diese Episode richtet sich an CEOs, HR-Leitungen, People & Culture, Learning & Development, Führungskräfte und Entscheidungstragende im Business. Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com Kontakt zu Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/ Niels Brabandts Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/ Niels Brabandts Webseite: https://www.nb-networks.biz/
In this eye-opening conversation, Nicki Petrossi sits down with neuroscientist Jared Cooney-Horvath to unpack the claims behind i-Ready—one of the most widely used EdTech tools in U.S. classrooms. What starts as a discussion of Nicki's data privacy lawsuit quickly expands into a deeper investigation: does i-Ready actually help kids learn?Jared breaks down the startling lack of credible, peer-reviewed research supporting i-Ready's effectiveness, explaining how most claims rely on weak comparisons or company-backed studies. He reveals why “time on task” can be misleading, how EdTech companies shape persuasive narratives without solid evidence, and why human-led instruction consistently outperforms digital tools when it comes to real learning.Together, they connect the dots between data privacy concerns and academic outcomes—arguing that if a product isn't meaningfully improving learning, schools must question why it's being used at all. The episode also explores the growing national momentum among parents, teachers, and districts pushing back on excessive screen time and demanding accountability from EdTech companies.If you've ever wondered what's really behind the tools your child is required to use in school, this conversation gives you the data—and the questions—you need to start pushing for answers.Jared's Substack: i-Ready: 13 Million Students, Zero Meaningful EvidenceParent-Teacher i-Ready Resource
Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath warns Gen Z is the first modern generation to fall behind their parents, blaming classroom screens for weaker focus, literacy, and real learning as the crew argues kids need human teachers, books, and tech‑free time to thrive.
In this episode Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath and I discuss his new book; Digital Delusion and the intersection of what science knows about how we learn and the impacts of technology on that learning.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-cooney-horvath-phd-med-730704b2/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jared.cooney.horvath/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jaredcooneyWebsite: https://www.lmeglobal.netBook: The Digital Delusion This podcast sponsored by:The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here. Murmuration Author Services by Mark Combes. Looking to write your first book? Murmuration Author Services is your friend and coach for this journey. Learn more here.
How should we learn beyond school? This week, Joey and Jess talk about framing work as learning, human observation, vocational training, osmotic learning, pen and paper, and the wheel. They don't talk about Simple Machines Records. references You're only 16, Joey, you don't have a rep yet. Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath on How Screen Time Hurts Kids' Cognitive Development Osmosis Jones Deutsche Welle: Back to basics: Sweden aims to de-digitalize youth Taqi ad-Din Muhammad ibn Ma'ruf Did a turkish man invent a steam engine 200 years before the industrial revolution and only made it to spin doner kebab?
**Purchase Ginny's trio of books: Until the Streetlights Come On, Homeschooling, and 1000 Hours Outside Activity Book Public education was built to develop minds, not manage devices—and somewhere along the way, we lost that. In this powerful second conversation, Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins Ginny Yurich to unpack what decades of research actually say about screens in the classroom, why more technology is not leading to better learning, and how we may be unintentionally trading deep thinking, memory, and creativity for convenience. From paper vs. screens to handwriting, boredom, and the lost art of downtime, this episode offers a clear-eyed look at what kids truly need to thrive—and what we can do right now to help them get it back. Check out Jared's INCREDIBLY book The Digital Delusion here Follow Jared on Instagram here Learn more about Jared and all he has to offer here A huge thank you to our sponsors! Check them ALL out below: BetterHelp: Visit www.BetterHelp.com/1000HOURS today to get 10% off your first month. Quince - Visit www.quince.com/outside and get free shipping and 365 day returns Woom Bikes - Go to woom.com and use code OUTSIDE10 at checkout for 10% off your bike purchase KiwiCo- Get up to 50% off your first monthly crate at www.kiwico.com and use code 1000hours. Pocket Hose - text OUTSIDE to 64000 to.get a FREE, 360 degree rotating pocket pivot, AND a FREE thumb drive nozzle with purchase. IXL Learning - Head to www.ixl.com/1000hours to get an exclusive 20% savings on your membership Wayfair - Go to www.wayfair.com and shop all things home Cure Hydration- head to www.curehydration.com/outside to find a retailer near you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tune in to this episode of WELSTech for a lively discussion on right-sizing technology for the classroom. Our friends Jason and Rachel are back with a rubric utility, Adobe free education resources, and a sprinkling of AI as well. You’ll be shouting “BINGO!” before you know it! The discussion Has education gone too far with technology? Martin and Sallie are joined by Dr. Rachel Renno from Martin Luther College and Jason Schmidt from Oshkosh ISD to discuss the growing backlash against over-digitization in classrooms. Drawing on Jared Cooney Horvath’s The Digital Delusion, we explore how COVID accelerated tech adoption and why some are now calling for a return to fundamentals. Ministry resource National Teen Bible Study – Sunday, March 29 at 6:00 pm Central Picks of the week BestRubrics.com Adobe Podcast Part of Adobe Express which is free for education BingoBaker.com How To Take Smart Notes by Sonke Ahrens Summary by Claude AI Community feedback Hot off the press … Matt Miller’s newest book, AI Literacy in Any Class Get involved Add comments Send us an e-mail welstech@wels.net Join the WELSTech community: WELSTech Google Group WELSTech on Facebook WELSTech on Pinterest WELSTech on Instagram Add to the WELSTech wiki welstechwiki.gapps.wels.net Contribute to the #WELSTech Twitter conversation Follow us on Twitter – welstech, mspriggs and salliedraper Share with the Diigo group welstech
Tune in to this episode of WELSTech for a lively discussion on right-sizing technology for the classroom. Our friends Jason and Rachel are back with a rubric utility, Adobe free education resources, and a sprinkling of AI as well. You’ll be shouting “BINGO!” before you know it! The discussion Has education gone too far with technology? Martin and Sallie are joined by Dr. Rachel Renno from Martin Luther College and Jason Schmidt from Oshkosh ISD to discuss the growing backlash against over-digitization in classrooms. Drawing on Jared Cooney Horvath’s The Digital Delusion, we explore how COVID accelerated tech adoption and why some are now calling for a return to fundamentals. Ministry resource National Teen Bible Study – Sunday, March 29 at 6:00 pm Central Picks of the week BestRubrics.com Adobe Podcast Part of Adobe Express which is free for education BingoBaker.com How To Take Smart Notes by Sonke Ahrens Summary by Claude AI Community feedback Hot off the press … Matt Miller’s newest book, AI Literacy in Any Class Get involved Add comments Send us an e-mail welstech@wels.net Join the WELSTech community: WELSTech Google Group WELSTech on Facebook WELSTech on Pinterest WELSTech on Instagram Add to the WELSTech wiki welstechwiki.gapps.wels.net Contribute to the #WELSTech Twitter conversation Follow us on Twitter – welstech, mspriggs and salliedraper Share with the Diigo group welstech
Tune in to this episode of WELSTech for a lively discussion on right-sizing technology for the classroom. Our friends Jason and Rachel are back with a rubric utility, Adobe free education resources, and a sprinkling of AI as well. You’ll be shouting “BINGO!” before you know it! The discussion Has education gone too far with technology? Martin and Sallie are joined by Dr. Rachel Renno from Martin Luther College and Jason Schmidt from Oshkosh ISD to discuss the growing backlash against over-digitization in classrooms. Drawing on Jared Cooney Horvath’s The Digital Delusion, we explore how COVID accelerated tech adoption and why some are now calling for a return to fundamentals. Ministry resource National Teen Bible Study – Sunday, March 29 at 6:00 pm Central Picks of the week BestRubrics.com Adobe Podcast Part of Adobe Express which is free for education BingoBaker.com How To Take Smart Notes by Sonke Ahrens Summary by Claude AI Community feedback Hot off the press … Matt Miller’s newest book, AI Literacy in Any Class Get involved Add comments Send us an e-mail welstech@wels.net Join the WELSTech community: WELSTech Google Group WELSTech on Facebook WELSTech on Pinterest WELSTech on Instagram Add to the WELSTech wiki welstechwiki.gapps.wels.net Contribute to the #WELSTech Twitter conversation Follow us on Twitter – welstech, mspriggs and salliedraper Share with the Diigo group welstech
Neuroscientist and educator Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath recently testified before a US Senate hearing on the impact of technology on American youth where he claimed, “Evidence indicates that indiscriminate digital expansion has weakened learning environments rather than strengthened them.” This negative impact and what to do about it is the subject of his latest book The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning—And How to Help Them Thrive Again. In this episode, he joins Dr. Keith Plummer for an informative exchange we trust will benefit and challenge parents, teachers, and educational administrators alike.
Marcus and Jessica tackle the controversial claim that Gen Z is the first generation to score lower on IQ tests than millennials. Are they really less intelligent, or are we measuring the wrong things?We break down Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath's research on cognitive decline and screen time, debate whether Gen Z is overconfident or just differently skilled, and explore how AI is reshaping the job market. Spoiler: trades are about to thrive while white-collar jobs vanish.Plus, we discuss the real culprits behind declining literacy—hint: it's not the kids' fault.Follow @trulyunruly_podcast
12 - What would you call what happened in front of Grace Mansion over the weekend? Why were Bucks County residents the ones antagonizing things up in NYC by throwing IEDs? Why did Mamdani not address that someone tried detonating IEDs in front of his home 1215 - Just how popular are our politicians on both sides? Your calls. Iran has named a new successor. Can someone get Lindsey Graham off of TV? 1230 - Is this current crop of kids the “dumbest generation”? Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, PhD, MEd - LME Global, joins us today as his findings indicate that Gen-Z is the first generation of people that is not outperforming their parents. Why are the tools we're using in schools help cause this decline? With AI getting better at things like doing assignments and essays, how is this something that affects kids ability to work their way through learning processes? Will schools reverse course on using technology? Why are kids actually get worse at using tech? Would a phone ban be helpful? Why is learning cursive a good tool and skill to learn as an adolescent? Did we not learn anything from COVID lockdowns 6 years ago? What is next for Dr. Horvath? What's next for teachers in using more analog teaching methods? 1250 - How many “free” parking spaces in New York? Why is Mamdani taking them all away? Your calls.
12 - What would you call what happened in front of Grace Mansion over the weekend? Why were Bucks County residents the ones antagonizing things up in NYC by throwing IEDs? Why did Mamdani not address that someone tried detonating IEDs in front of his home 1215 - Just how popular are our politicians on both sides? Your calls. Iran has named a new successor. Can someone get Lindsey Graham off of TV? 1230 - Is this current crop of kids the “dumbest generation”? Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, PhD, MEd - LME Global, joins us today as his findings indicate that Gen-Z is the first generation of people that is not outperforming their parents. Why are the tools we're using in schools help cause this decline? With AI getting better at things like doing assignments and essays, how is this something that affects kids ability to work their way through learning processes? Will schools reverse course on using technology? Why are kids actually get worse at using tech? Would a phone ban be helpful? Why is learning cursive a good tool and skill to learn as an adolescent? Did we not learn anything from COVID lockdowns 6 years ago? What is next for Dr. Horvath? What's next for teachers in using more analog teaching methods? 1250 - How many “free” parking spaces in New York? Why is Mamdani taking them all away? Your calls. 1 - Is the LA Marathon medal cheapened by having an early exit option at mile 18? Any marathon runner out there? 105 - Is it right for Trump to wear a hat to the dignified transfer of soldiers' bodies? 110 - Your calls. 120 - Minnesota Democrats have ordered a study on the benefits of shoplifting? Your calls. 130 - PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity joins us this afternoon. What does she think about our involvement in bombing Iran for regime change? Why is it common sense for politicians to put children in front of politics? What is it like having most of your donations coming from residents in state as opposed to Josh Shapiro getting big money from outside the Commonwealth? 150 - Dom Giordano Presents: Progressive Women Gone Wild! What triggered the counter-protestors from Bucks County to throw a bomb at protestors? 155 - Your calls. 2 - Bruce Springsteen announced his “No Kings Tour” in his latest cash grab. Why is Dom a fan of the NYC Police Commissioner? What causes young men like this to go haywire when they grow up so affluent? 210 - Your calls. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - What will they charge the attempted bombers in NYC with? 235 - What is the just punishment for these ingrates looking to upstage the Boston Marathon Bombing? 240 - Your calls. 245 - Scott Presler joins us after a big weekend on TV and getting a shoutout from President Trump! What does Scott think of this illegal immigrant that has been illegally voting in our elections since 2005? Is he still on our voter rolls? When will it be validated that Scott will be able to run for State Committee? 250 - The Lightning Round!
Are classroom screens really helping children learn—or quietly working against how their brains develop?In this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins us to discuss his new book The Digital Delusion and what the science actually says about technology in the classroom.For years, schools have been told that more technology means better learning. But many of the ideas that built the EdTech movement—like “multimedia enhances learning,” “kids learn best on their own,” and “AI tutors can replace teachers”—were never strongly supported by evidence.Dr. Horvath explains what the data actually shows about classroom technology, including the surprising cognitive tradeoffs of 1:1 devices, why handwriting and reading on paper still outperform screens for deep learning, and why the brain struggles with multitasking and constant digital interruptions.We also explore the three biological drivers of learning—attention, empathy, and transfer—and why screens often disrupt all three.Perhaps most importantly, we discuss developmental timing. Children's brains are highly sensitive to environmental input, and heavy exposure to screen-based stimulation can shape reward pathways, condition dopamine systems, and increase vulnerability to compulsive screen use later in life.Is it really possible to “moderate” highly stimulating screen activities? And what should parents do in a world where technology seems unavoidable?If you've ever wondered whether all this classroom technology is truly helping your child—or quietly making learning harder—this conversation will give you the science, the context, and the reassurance parents need.Because the goal of education isn't just to use technology. It's to help children learn deeply and prepare for life beyond the screen.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong! Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book! Start your ScreenStrong Journey today! Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products. Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador! ScreenStrong Tech Recommendations Canopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount) Production Team: Host: Melanie Hempe Producer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
Students and screens don't mix, says Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, and he has the receipts. Why old school (handwriting, textbooks, and phone-free classrooms) is better school. Ed tech is Big Business, but children's cognitive ability, privacy, health, and academic mastery are being sacrificed for profit. How does he make this all so fun to listen to though?Additional resources:The Digital Delusion by Jared Cooney Horvath Learning Made Easy--LMEGlobal.net
What happens when screens replace books and classroom technology replaces thinking? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera we examine research showing how screens, scrolling text, and digital note-taking undermine attention, memory, and deep learning. Drawing on neuroscience and classroom experience, we discuss why scrolling isn't reading, why speed and engagement aren't the same as understanding, and why technology-heavy classrooms often produce less learning, not more. The Digital Delusion by Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath is the book that inspired this episode's conversation. *What We're Reading* from This Episode: "Marce Catlett" Wendell Berry (Tanya & Paul) "What Happened to You?" Bruce D. Perry & Oprah Winfrey (Paul) "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" Alexander McCall Smith (Martin)
Neuroscientist and educator Jared Cooney Horvath joins Gabby Reece to break down how learning really works — from attention and memory to motivation and behavior change. A practical conversation on why many common teaching methods fail, what neuroscience actually supports, and how we can learn more effectively at any age.FIND JAREDSocials:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jaredcooneyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-cooney-horvath-phd-med-730704b2/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jared.cooney.horvath/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lmeglobal.netFOR MORE ON GABBYInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GabbyReeceThe Gabby Reece Show Podcast: Available on all major podcast platformsPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Are our kids actually becoming less capable thinkers, and if so, why does that matter? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore growing concerns about children's cognitive development, drawing on research from cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath. Together, they examine how increased screen use, especially in classrooms, may be reshaping how kids reason and learn. But this conversation goes deeper than test scores or IQ. Dr. Kathy reframes intellect as a muscle, one that fuels discernment, freedom, creativity, and wise decision making. They discuss why intelligence must be understood locally and relationally, not just nationally or digitally, and how parents can nurture thinking hearts by inviting kids into conversation, problem solving, boredom, and responsibility. Grounded in Solomon's prayer for a discerning heart, this episode reminds parents that raising intellectually capable kids isn't about academic pressure; it's about forming wise, free people who can love God with their minds and live faithfully in the world they're called to serve.
Get the book, The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning—And How To Help Them Thrive Again Visit the LME Global website, www.LMEGlobal.net Follow Jared on Youtube @JaredCooney About The Author Jared Cooney Horvath, PhD is a neuroscientist educator who has conducted research and lectured at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, and The University of Melbourne, and over 750 schools on 6 continents. Jared has published 7 books, over 60 research articles, and his work has been featured in popular publications, including The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, and on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's science show Catalyst. Jared currently serves as Director of LME Global: a team dedicated to bringing the latest brain and behavioral research to teachers, students, and parents. This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school with IXL—it gives you everything you need to maximize learning, from a comprehensive curriculum to meaningful school-wide data. Visit IXL.com/center to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.
In this episode of Scrolling 2 Death, I'm joined by Emily Cherkin, known as The Screentime Consultant—a leading voice pushing back against the digitization, commodification, and gamification of childhood.Emily is a best-selling author, professor, speaker, and lead plaintiff in lawsuits challenging EdTech's exploitation of children's privacy. This week, she's taking that fight straight to Washington, DC—testifying before the U.S. Senate.We start by tackling the questions parents ask me every day:Is there a real link between screen time and declining literacy?What does the NIH's ABCD brain study actually show about changes to kids' brains?How do you enforce age ratings when everyone else's kid has access to mature games?What can parents do about screens at school beyond 1:1 devices—from Smartboards to YouTube to GoNoodle?And how do you push back when schools say, “The program requires X minutes to be effective”?Then we shift to what's happening in the Senate:Why this hearing is different from past conversations about screen timeWhy EdTech is finally being put under the microscopeWhat parents should know about the Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA)And what real takeaways families can use right nowFinally, we talk about one of the most powerful—and intimidating—tools parents have: lawsuits.Emily shares updates on her EdTech cases, breaks down how the legal process works, and explains how parents can get involved without feeling overwhelmed.This is a must-listen for parents who know something is wrong—but are ready to do something about it.
What is the impact of technology in the classroom? Well, after over a decade of schools around the world utilizing technology in the classroom, the results are in, and they're not great. Join Ted and Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath as they discuss Jared's newest research and his book The Digital Delusion. You will leave this conversation wanting to read the book and significantly shift your current belief that technology in the classroom is a critical need. Turns out – it is not a need – it is a hinderance to learning, brain development, and skill attainment. Jared will be a speaker at Ted's Smart Thinking Leadership Retreat this summer in July 2026. Watch for details at cesa6.org Purchase Book Here
Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, lively neurosciencesplainer and educator, uses brain science to reveal why classroom technology is inhibiting our kids' attention, memory, and creativity. School teachers, students and their families should hear this!Additional resources:LME Global--Learning Made Easy -- lmeglobal.netThe Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning--And How To Help Them Thrive Again, by Jared Cooney Horvath, PhD.
I sat down with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, a neuroscientist who's worked with over 1,000 schools globally, and what he shared about educational technology absolutely validates what so many of us have been feeling. After reviewing six decades of research, Jared reveals how ed tech actually undermines our kids' learning—and why COVID didn't change that. Dr. Horvath earned his doctorate from University of Melbourne and master's from Harvard, and he breaks down the neuroscience of why analog learning beats digital every time. If you've felt uneasy about your teen's screen-based schoolwork, this conversation will empower you to push back. Listen now. For more about the guest and show notes, go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-637-dr-jared-horvath-edtech-harms-learning/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this week's Teach Me, Teacher we sit down with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath — neuroscientist, educator, and author — to dive deep into one of the most urgent debates in education today: the role of technology in schools. All of the discussion items in this episode are inspired by and directed by Jared's latest book: The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning — And How To Help Them Thrive Again — check it out here. In this powerful conversation, Jared breaks down the myth of educational technology. His new book takes a rigorous, research-grounded view of why digital tools — once hailed as revolutionary — often fail to deliver on their promises and can actually hinder real learning. Jared and I explore how technology went from a supplemental tool to a central feature of classrooms. Fueled by optimism, investment, and the idea that digital tools automatically mean innovation, schools adopted laptops, tablets, apps, and AI — often without deep evidence that these tools improve learning. Drawing on decades of cognitive research, Jared explains how digital distraction — from multitasking to constant notifications — can disrupt memory, attention, and deep thinking. These are the very processes that real learningdepends on. Rather than simply adding more tech, we talked about what happens when schools put teachers, relationships, and focused engagement back at the center of learning. Jared makes the case that most student-facing screens should be phased out — not because technology is inherently bad, but because its dominant role undermines learning outcomes and critical thinking skills We also cover what better education actually looks like: classrooms where print media, discussion, reflection, and deep practice take priority — and where technology serves only highly specific, evidence-based purposes rather than driving instruction. As schools grapple with stagnant achievement, reduced attention spans, and rising concerns about student well-being, this episode challenges the assumption that more technology equals better learning. It's time for educators, parents, and policy makers to rethink the role of ed tech — and that starts with honest conversations like this one. Check out our previous discussion on the podcast here.
This week, Aaron and David take listeners behind the headlines to break down the explosive growth of fraud in programs like Minnesota’s Somali-run daycares and Medicaid housing services, and the human cost of underregulated refugee resettlement. They explore the influence of billionaire-funded gender ideology initiatives, shifts in family courts, and victories in red-state policy reforms. They also touch on the political implications of Ohio’s lieutenant governor candidate picks, the ban on AI in higher education, and US actions against Venezuela’s narco-state regime. Neuroscientist, educator, and bestselling author Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins the podcast to reveal why classroom technology may be undermining your child’s ability to learn. From 1-to-1 laptops to constant smartphone access, he explains the research linking screens to lower cognitive performance, disrupted memory, and weaker problem-solving skills—and why banning phones can boost learning by up to 11 hours per week and slash behavioral problems by 80 percent. Jared also uncovers the hidden motives behind the tech push in schools, the “mode effect” that makes handwriting far more effective than typing, and why teaching kids how to think beats teaching them how to use tools, even in our high-tech world. More About Jared Cooney Horvath Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator, and best-selling author who specializes in human learning and brain development. He is the creator of The Learning Blueprint, an international award-winning program helping educators and students understand how learning actually works. Jared has conducted research and taught at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, and the University of Melbourne, and has worked with more than 1,000 schools around the world. He is the author of six books, has published over fifty research articles, and his work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, Harvard Business Review, and ABC’s Catalyst. Jared currently serves as Director of LME Global, an organization dedicated to bringing cutting-edge brain and behavioral science to educators, students, and communities. To inquire about working with him, or to learn more about his international award-winning Science of Learning programs (The Learning Blueprint for Teachers & The Learning Blueprint for Students), visit lmeglobal.com.
On this week's Teach Me, Teacher we sit down with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath — neuroscientist, educator, and author — to dive deep into one of the most urgent debates in education today: the role of technology in schools. All of the discussion items in this episode are inspired by and directed by Jared's latest book: The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning — And How To Help Them Thrive Again — check it out here. In this powerful conversation, Jared breaks down the myth of educational technology. His new book takes a rigorous, research-grounded view of why digital tools — once hailed as revolutionary — often fail to deliver on their promises and can actually hinder real learning. Jared and I explore how technology went from a supplemental tool to a central feature of classrooms. Fueled by optimism, investment, and the idea that digital tools automatically mean innovation, schools adopted laptops, tablets, apps, and AI — often without deep evidence that these tools improve learning. Drawing on decades of cognitive research, Jared explains how digital distraction — from multitasking to constant notifications — can disrupt memory, attention, and deep thinking. These are the very processes that real learning depends on. Rather than simply adding more tech, we talked about what happens when schools put teachers, relationships, and focused engagement back at the center of learning. Jared makes the case that most student-facing screens should be phased out — not because technology is inherently bad, but because its dominant role undermines learning outcomes and critical thinking skills We also cover what better education actually looks like: classrooms where print media, discussion, reflection, and deep practice take priority — and where technology serves only highly specific, evidence-based purposes rather than driving instruction. As schools grapple with stagnant achievement, reduced attention spans, and rising concerns about student well-being, this episode challenges the assumption that more technology equals better learning. It's time for educators, parents, and policy makers to rethink the role of ed tech — and that starts with honest conversations like this one. Check out our previous discussion on the podcast here.
What happens when a school-issued Chromebook starts talking to your child—without permission?In this episode of Scrolling 2 Death, Nicki is joined by Julie Frumin, a mental health professional, mom, and education safety advocate in Southern California, who shares her shocking experience navigating school-issued devices, hidden AI chatbots, and a system that told her she had only two choices: accept AI on her children's devices—or turn them in entirely.Julie walks us through:How her elementary-aged daughter was exposed to inappropriate content during school recessHow an AI chatbot appeared unprompted on her middle schooler's Chromebook, offering to do his homeworkWhy schools claim parents cannot legally opt out of devices in CaliforniaThe hidden data collection, surveillance, and lack of transparency inside EdTech platformsThe intimidation parents face when raising concerns with districts and school boardsWhy “teaching kids to use tech responsibly” ignores brain development and addiction scienceWe also dig into the bigger picture: Why EdTech is replacing teachers, how school budgets are being diverted to software contracts, and why parents deserve transparency, consent, and the right to refuse technology that doesn't serve their children.Julie shares practical advice for parents who want to push back—starting with teachers, navigating principals and school boards, and getting involved in statewide policy efforts, including proposals to:Require full transparency and parental consent for EdTechPause AI use in K–8 classroomsRestore paper-and-pencil learning and assessmentsMove toward distraction-free, developmentally appropriate schoolsThis is an essential conversation for any parent who's been told, “This is just how school works now.”Because it doesn't have to be.Resources, research, and advocacy links mentioned in this episode are available here:Parent Templates to start conversations with your school, organized by Tech-Safe LearningFit for Purpose by Faith BonningerDistraction Free Schools CaliforniaDistraction Free Schools (US)Interviews with neuroscientist Jared Cooney-Horvath here and hereSchools Beyond Screens (LAUSD Coalition)Book Reco: Screen DamageBook Reco: Digital Delusion by Jared Cooney-HorvathJoin The Heat is On parent group to take action
In the current context of ubiquitous digital tech and runaway generative AI, you'd think that a book calling out our collective delusions about digital tools in relation to learning wouldn't make much of a splash! But Jared Cooney Horvath's latest book 'The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning -- And How To Help Them Thrive Again' (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-digital-delusion-jared-horvath/1148995809?ean=9798218880378) is currently #1 on the Amazon bestseller list in Educational Psychology and has been receiving a lot of love, including from actor and educational activist, Hugh Grant, and author of The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt! Jared is an old friend of the podcast, so I was really happy to invite him back on for a conversation about our shared concerns about the impacts that digital tech is having on our young people, the dubious motivations of Big Tech and the strange and growing alliance that is developing between people of all educational persuasions!Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator, and best-selling author who specializes in human learning and brain development. He is the creator of The Learning Blueprint, an international award-winning program helping educators and students understand how learning actually works.Jared has conducted research and taught at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, and the University of Melbourne, and has worked with more than 1,000 schools around the world. He is the author of six books, has published over fifty research articles, and his work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, Harvard Business Review, and ABC's Catalyst.Jared currently serves as Director of LME Global, an organization dedicated to bringing cutting-edge brain and behavioral science to educators, students, and communities.Jared's website: lmeglobal.comJared's previous books: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/8069909.Jared_Cooney_Horvath LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-cooney-horvath/Previous episode with Jared on the podcast: https://www.goodimpactlabs.com/podcast/dr-jared-cooney-horvath
In this episode Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath and I discuss his new book; Digital Delusion and the intersection of what science knows about how we learn and the impacts of technology on that learning.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-cooney-horvath-phd-med-730704b2/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jared.cooney.horvath/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jaredcooneyWebsite: https://www.lmeglobal.netBook: The Digital Delusion This podcast sponsored by:The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here. Murmuration Author Services by Mark Combes. Looking to write your first book? Murmuration Author Services is your friend and coach for this journey. Learn more here.
Neuroscientist and author Jared Cooney Horvath is back (check our first conversation here)—this time to tackle yourmost-asked questions about kids, learning, and technology. After a decade of research into tech-based education, his conclusion is stark and unapologetic: technology isn't helping kids learn… it's making them dumber.The pushback he hears most?“But won't my child fall behind without tech?”According to the data: No.Drawing on ICMS measures of digital literacy across generations, Jared reveals a surprising pattern:Millennials outperform Gen Z,Gen Z outperforms Gen Alpha—despite Alpha growing up with devices (in their cribs), andGen X—our parents—perform just as well as Gen Z, even though many didn't touch modern tech until their 30s or 40s.Jared also dives into the questions parents are asking right now:Should AI have a place in the classroom?Are short-form videos killing learning?Is there any truly educational content for toddlers?…and much more.Tune in as Nicki of Scrolling 2 Death and Jared share clear answers, data-backed insights, and a shocking look at what's really happening to our kids' brains. If you care about learning, focus, or your child's future, this is an episode you cannot afford to skip. And don't forget to grab Jared's new book, share this episode with your school and parent community, and join the movement to reclaim real learning.Get Jared's book here: The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning -- And How To Help Them Thrive
The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- Daniel Turner—Founder and Executive Director of Power the Future—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to recap President Donald Trump's speech in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania. Are the president's policies leading to lower energy prices? 5:30pm- Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath—Neuroscientist, Educator, & Best-Selling Author—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his latest essay for The Free Press, “We Gave Students Laptops and Took Away Their Brains.” Dr. Horvath responds to claims that “our children are less cognitively capable than we were at their age”—noting that “starting around the year 2000, something changed. For the first time in the history of standardized cognitive measurement, Generation Z is consistently scoring lower than their parents on many key measures of cognitive development—from literacy and numeracy to deep creativity and general IQ. And the early data from Generation Alpha (born after 2012) suggests the downturn isn't slowing—it's accelerating.” So, what's to blame? “The tools we are using.” He has conducted research and taught at Harvard University and Harvard Medical School. You can read the full article here: https://www.thefp.com/p/we-gave-students-laptops-and-took. And find Dr. Horvath's book, “The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids' Learning—And How To Help Them Thrive Again,” here: https://a.co/d/5jeoZwz. You can learn more here: lmeglobal.com.
Drew Perkins welcomes neuroscientist and acclaimed author Jared Cooney Horvath to dissect his new book, The Digital Delusion, which provides a rigorous, evidence-based critique of edtech. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode Horvath doesn't mince words, arguing that the majority of student-facing, internet-connected devices should be removed from schools. He reveals that over 60 years of consistent data supports his claim that the integration of digital tools is fundamentally detrimental to effective learning. This isn't a Luddite's complaint; it's a detailed exploration of the Neuroscience of Learning. The harm is explained through three primary biological mechanisms, which Horvath asserts are unfixable with software. First, screens train students to multitask, leading to a constant, detrimental battle for attention in a learning environment. Second, the use of devices inhibits the essential human-to-human interaction necessary for empathetic synchrony—the mirroring and mimicking critical for deep cognitive and social development. Finally, we discuss the profound problem of Transfer of Learning. Horvath explains that by learning skills in an "easy" digital context, the ability to transfer that knowledge to a more complex, real-life (analog) task is significantly diminished, making the learning "slower, worse, and less deep." The data suggests tech only works in highly narrow contexts, primarily for surface-level "drill and kill" facts or basic remediation, often through intelligent tutors. The conversation then shifts to the persistent educational conflicts, notably the ongoing tension between Explicit Instruction vs Inquiry and Project-Based Learning (PBL). Horvath connects the rigidity of entrenched positions to a "sunk cost" phenomenon, where individuals find it too "costly" to change their public stance, even when facing opposing evidence. We delve into the complexities of teaching, noting that both traditional and progressive approaches are valid at different points in a student's journey, but both are fundamentally flawed when they adhere rigidly to a single philosophy. Furthermore, we explore the nature of Critical Thinking Skills and creativity. Horvath clarifies that while the mechanism for critical thinking is innate across all ages, its output is heavily constrained by the individual's available domain-specific knowledge. The science of learning, he argues, has nothing to say about specific pedagogy (such as direct instruction versus exploratory learning); it only describes the biological constraints of how the brain learns. Therefore, neuroscience should serve as a powerful tool to inform and improve any existing pedagogical approach, not dictate a single one. Horvath offers a vision for the ideal classroom, suggesting elementary spaces should be "basically outdoor," focused on play and minimal tech. For older students, he advocates for a high level of control, confining computer use to specialized lab settings—much like woodshop or physical education. This perspective provides an essential counter-narrative for any K-12 educator or administrator struggling to balance modern tools with effective, long-term student success. To continue exploring innovative, evidence-based strategies, subscribe to the ThoughtStretchers Podcast on your favorite podcast player! Timestamped Episode Timeline Time Segment/Topic [00:00] Introduction of Jared Cooney Horvath – Teacher-turned-neuroscientist, focus on "human learning" and applying neuroscience to educational practices. [01:28] Jared's Educational Background and Views on Pedagogy – Describing his K-12 experience as a "mishmash" that didn't adhere rigidly to "traditional" or "progressive" labels. [03:45] The Digital Delusion Book & EdTech Critique – Introducing the book and its core argument: edtech fundamentally harms learning, advocating for reducing/eliminating non-essential computer use in classrooms. [07:18] EdTech and Learning Outcomes/The Swedish Example – Advocating for removing student-facing, internet-connected devices; citing Sweden's ban on general tech use in schools (confining computers to a lab). [08:09] Exceptions for Technology Use – Tech only works effectively in narrow contexts: self-adaptive "intelligent tutors" for surface-level (drill and kill) learning and remediation. [09:46] Mechanisms of EdTech Harm (Biological) – Outlining the three primary ways screens harm learning: Attention, Empathetic Synchrony, and Transfer. [12:29] Transfer and Complexity in Learning – Discussion on how learning in an easy digital context makes skill transfer to a harder, real-life analog context almost impossible. [15:54] AI, Pedagogy, and Creating Learning Tools – Drew's example of using AI for quizzes; Jared's counter that learning is "slower, worse, and less deep" than if the student created the tools themselves. [18:07] The Ideal Classroom – Jared's vision for elementary (outdoor, play-focused, minimal tech) and middle/high school (human-element focus, highly controlled tech use in a lab). [20:17] Critical Thinking and Metacognition – Discussion on the definition of critical thinking, with Jared suggesting metacognition is a more accurate term for the process. [23:02] The Role of Knowledge in Critical Thinking – The mechanism is universal, but the outcome of critical thinking without knowledge is "very very narrow or pointless." [27:43] Creativity and Questioning – Defining creativity as "rearranging of your current memory structures." The role of knowledge and safety/context in the ability to ask good questions. [35:47] Tension Between Traditional and Progressive Education – Observing the acute conflict in Australia/UK; asserting both approaches are correct at different points but wrong when they are too rigid. [40:34] Science of Learning and Pedagogy – Stressing that the science of learning only concerns biological mechanisms and should inform teaching, not dictate a specific pedagogy. [43:08] AI Model Training and Pedagogical Parallels – Drew's question on parallels between AI's "symbolism" vs. "connectivism" and educational philosophies. [44:15] Critique of AI and Cognitive Models – Jared's view that AI conceptualization has mistakenly influenced brain understanding and that current AI models may be at a peak without a new theoretical framework. [46:02] Book and Contact Information – Sharing website (www.lmegglobal.net), new book (The Digital Delusion), and YouTube channel. [46:47] Closing Remarks – Final thoughts on recognizing the "gray zone" in complex educational issues.
“This is the first generation in a millennium to be worse off than their parents.”Neuroscientist, educator, and author Jared Cooney Horvath issues a powerful warning: the rapid rise of technology in education is contributing to a sharp decline in intelligence across key metrics—including IQ, memory, critical thinking, creativity, and more. For generations, we've seen steady progress in IQ from one cohort to the next. That upward trajectory ends with Gen Z. The data traces the downturn back to the early/mid 2000s, when technology was first introduced in classrooms. Currently the Director of LME Global, Jared brings cutting-edge brain and behavioral science directly to educators and students. He's not surprised by the decline, given how the brain is wired to learn. His stance is clear: we're not meant to learn everything through screens. While screens have a role in teaching digital skills like typing or Excel, they are not a tool for deep learning.When it comes to AI, Jared is equally blunt. Used after expertise is developed, AI can be powerful. But using it in place of learning is a dangerous shortcut—one that the government and EdTech platforms seem all too ready to promote.In this thought-provoking conversation, Nicki of Scrolling 2 Death and Jared unpack the science of learning, the data that challenges the EdTech narrative, and a roadmap for parents and schools to reclaim control. It's a must-listen for anyone concerned about the future of learning or the success of our children.
Back in 2021 Fin and Jane spoke to neuroscientist and educator Dr Jared Cooney Horvath about how learning happens. Since then there's been an explosion of interest in this topic among teachers, so in this episode they are revisiting the conversation. Social media:* Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/impactwales123* Private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/* Bluesky: @impactwales.bsky.social* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactwales/Contact:Email: enquiries@impact.wales Tel: 029 2167 9140BOOKSClosing the Disadvantage Gap:https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1032824107/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0Power Up Your Pedagogy:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068Subscribe to ImpactPlus today:www.impact.wales/impactplusPRODUCTIONHosts: Finola Wilson and Jane MillerProducer: Darren EvansVisit us at: www.impact.walesMusic: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur
Unsurprisingly, artificial intelligence once again topped the results of Donald Taylor's Global Sentiment Survey. Almost every other option on the survey lost vote-share this year, with the exception of the ‘value trio'. So, what do these findings tell us about the state of L&D, and how the profession is evolving? In this week's episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast, Don joined Ross D and Ross G for our annual breakdown of the survey's results. We discuss: what the Global Sentiment Survey is (and what it isn't); AI's unprecedented dominance of the survey, and the conclusions we can draw from this; the return of the ‘value trio'; the extent to which L&D's perceived challenges align with perceived ‘hot' topics. To read the full Global Sentiment Survey 2025 report, head to Don's website. In ‘What I Learned This Week', Ross G recommended the 'Tab limit' extension for Google Chrome. Ross D referenced Jared Cooney Horvath's video ‘CheatGPT | A textbook case of bad research'. And Don mentioned the paper ‘A systematic literature review of artificial intelligence (AI) in coaching: insights for future research and product development', from The Journal of Work-Applied Management. For more from us, visit mindtools.com. There, you'll also find details of our award-winning performance support toolkit, our off-the-shelf e-learning, and our custom work. Connect with our speakers If you'd like to share your thoughts on this episode, connect with us on LinkedIn: Ross Dickie Ross Garner Donald Taylor
Discover the impacts of EdTech in schools and how parents can advocate for their children's education with technology attorney Andy Liddell - What EdTech is and how technology like iPads and Chromebooks are being integrated into classrooms. - The hidden dangers of screens on the learning experience, what is at risk when hands-on learning is replaced by more passive educational experiences, and how to optimize information retention, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. - The role of big tech in surveillance capitalism, persuasive design, and selling children's data. - How much control do schools have over blocking and restricting content on school-issued devices? (Spoiler: Most technology comes with no restrictions in place.) - How tech in classrooms is displacing social interactions, interfering with relationship development, overstimulating vulnerable children, and putting stress on an already fragile system. - What parents can do to teach media literacy, advocate for their child's privacy, and push for more thoughtful use of technology in schools If you're concerned or just curious about the influence of technology on your child's learning and development, this conversation is packed with strategies and insights to help you navigate these challenges with confidence and purpose. LEARN MORE ABOUT ANDY & EDTECH LAW CENTER: https://edtech.law/ REFERENCES AND RESOURCES: Read the research on EdTech conducted by Jared Cooney Horvath, PhD, MEd Social Media Victims Law Center Wait Until 8th Fairplay Everyschool Social Studies Documentary CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
In episode 86, Cindy talks with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, neuroscientist, educator, and author of Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights from Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick. In this episode, Jared reviews some of the history of technological advancements, how technology has impacted learning, and shares some of his ideas for how artificial intelligence may impact both learning and society moving forward. Visit our website, learningscientists.org/podcast-episodes, for the show notes, including a link to share your thoughts with Jared.
Jared Cooney Horvath, a neuroscientist, educator, and published author, joins the podcast to discuss overcoming the three biggest hurdles blocking learning transfer: knowledge, contextualization, and adaptation. The conversation also explores the distinctions between subject comprehension and ability, the dynamics of digital versus in-person learning, and the disparity between AI teachers and live instructors. Enjoy this episode to discover more about Jared's research and his “hack” for expediting learning transfer. Resources: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-cooney-horvath • LME Global: https://www.lmeglobal.net/?r_done=1 • Jared's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCypIIZtJ1JOJ8VdED2L360Q • Harvard Business Review article: The Limits of GenAI Educators: https://hbr.org/2024/07/the-limits-of-genai-educators • The Dilemma Regarding Transfer: https://www.td.org/content/td-magazine/the-dilemma-regarding-transfer
Join us on Wednesday, February 21 @ 6pm EST for an exciting conversation with Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) discussing his work on how people learn and his latest book. Jared is a neuroscientist, educator, best-selling author, and creator of the award-winning program The Learning Blueprint. He has conducted research and lectured at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, the University of Melbourne, and over 750 schools internationally. Jared has published 6 books, over 50 research articles, and his work has been featured in numerous popular publications, including The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, and PBS's NOVA. He currently serves as Director of LME Global: a team dedicated to bringing the latest brain and behavioral research to teachers, students, and parents alike.
Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath is an award-winning cognitive neuroscientist, best-selling author and renowned keynote speaker with an expertise in human learning, memory, and brain stimulation. Jared has published 6 books, including most recently with co-author David Bott: 10 THINGS SCHOOLS GET WRONG (and how we can get them right) Other books include: Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights From Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick From the Laboratory to the Classroom with Jason Lodge and John Hattie Jared is the Director of LME Global, host of the popular Youtube channel, From Theory to Practice, and previously honorary researcher at the University of Melbourne and St. Vincent's Hospital in Melbourne. Jared's research has been featured in The New York Times, WIRED, BBC, The Economist, PBS's Nova and ABC's Catalyst. Social Links LinkedIn: @jared-cooney-horvath Instagram: @jared.cooney.horvath
Hello everyone! Today it's my pleasure to bring you my conversation with Jared Cooney Horvath, a cognitive neuroscientist based out of the University of Melbourne specializing in human thought, learning and brain stimulation. Without a doubt, this is one of the best episodes of the Teach Me, Teacher podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into the brain science behind how students learn, retain, and apply the information we give them in our classes. In part one of our talk, we hit on everything from the role of technology in learning (how it hurts and helps), why note taking can be powerful, and how physical print media can be such a boon when reading longer texts. Of course, there is more than this sprinkled in this episode, but you'll have to listen to get the rest! When you're done with this episode, please check out Jared's work here and support him by buying his book! I've read it twice, and it is amazing every time. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Heinemann—the leading publisher of professional books and resources for educators—and their professional book, When Kids Can't Read—What Teachers Can Do, Second Edition, by Kylene Bears. Reading matters because it changes us. It changes the way we think, the way we see the world, the way we process information and dream new thoughts. This new edition of When Kids Can't Read—What Teachers Can Do is a guidebook for those who teach students who struggle with reading. Extensively rewritten by Kylene Beers, it offers practical teaching scaffolds and strategies in the areas of comprehension, vocabulary development, fluency, and engagement. Check out more about the book by clicking right here.
Take my listener survey here. Janna Cochrane is principal of North Greenville Elementary School (NGES), located in Greenville, Wisconsin, and part of the Hortonville Area School District. She has spent her career exclusively at the elementary level with 22 years' experience as an elementary principal. Prior to being a principal, she taught fourth grade for 9 years. The daughter of a retired elementary principal, Janna knows the importance of establishing a quality school community for elementary students, staff, and families. Janna has been recognized as a 2020 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Principal Leader in the state of Wisconsin, as the 2020 Wisconsin Elementary Principal of the Year, and as Wisconsin's 2020 Elementary NAESP National Distinguished Principal. As Lead Learner of North Greenville Elementary, Janna has assisted the Hortonville Area School District in gaining the esteemed honor of being a Model PLC District. As part of this journey, Janna generated collaboration time for elementary teams, assisted in the establishment of essential standards in efforts to achieve a district-wide guaranteed and viable curriculum, supported teams in the regular use of data protocols to plan for meeting the needs of all learners, and tended to the development of a positive, collaborative culture of learners as stated in their school vision statement. At NGES, Janna has been keenly aware of the importance of school culture and fostering teacher leadership in the continuous improvement efforts. She describes her role as Lead Learner, Team Member, and Keeper of the Family. The forward-thinking staff at NGES have a total commitment to the three big ideas of Professional Learning Communities and work to support the four essential questions with their frequent collaborative team meetings. She lives and leads the NGES mantra Kids. First. Always. in her work each day. Janna holds a bachelor's degree in elementary education and music, and she earned her master's degree in educational leadership from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Janna's dad was a principal. Her first year teaching was the year he was recognized as NDP! Principals have the greatest job because they help everyone Power of prioritizing her own schedule as a principal What does it mean to be the Keeper of the Family? Our work is really personal. The collaborative spirit and that we work as a team. The power of trust. I can trust you to help me and be vulnerable in front of you. Teacher trying to connect with a student. Team “Student Name” Allowing people to come up with their own answers Going to drive and pick up the student. Include conversations with team regarding new hires. Include grade level teams about what their team specifically needs? An interview only gives you so much. Listen for the things people don't ask. 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