Fast tech kids

Fast tech kids

As a counterpoint to some emerging thinking around "slow tech kits", this article will tout the benefits of leaning in when it comes to technology adoption in schools.

Don't throw tomatoes!


I'd like to encourage teachers and parents consider which types of technology their kids need to learn. And warning, it won't always be tech you understand -- as compared to us "grown ups," kids are living in the future.


My 9-year-old created his mother's birthday card using ChatGPT and DALL-E, which some help from me to get it printed. Teachers I work alongside are questioning the essay and leveraging student interaction with AI as one of their "multiple means of assessment". The more I can encourage parents and teachers to use these tools, the more likely our kids will, so don't be afraid to get in the water with them! (Heck, I'm going to learn the fiddle next year along with Reed:)).


Again, this article is a counter-argument to the points of the slow tech kids movement. While I agree that plopping your kids/students down in front of youtube videos mindless games, or social media will not create a generation that thrives, there are a few rules you can set that solve for that.

Reach out if you're curious.


See you out there!

Important ideas to start with: - Create don't consume - Don't give up when things take close reading or trial and error - Spend enough time, but not too much

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