So, I’ve now gone through why I think that technology can be “addictive,” (see previous posts An Addiction vs. A Problem and The Neuroscience of […]
The Problem of Technology “Addiction” – The Neuroscience of Tech Addiction
Before we even tackle why various technologies can be addictive, a clear concern about Facebook, texting, email, video games, etc. is that they can become […]
The Problem of Technology “Addiction” – An Addiction vs. A Problem
I was recently interviewed on KXAN regarding technology addiction. Too much technology may tweak your life: kxan.com Given some of the constraints inherent in a TV […]
Math Fact App Recommendations
There are a number of excellent educational apps available for the iPhone, iTouch, and iPad. I am going to try to share some of my […]
Digital Nation from Frontline News(video recommendation)
A friend told me about this news program from PBS’s Frontline, and I’d say it is a “must watch” for those interested in how technology […]
Future Technology – It Is Already Here!
I recently watched this Technology, Entertainment, & Design (TED) presentation that occurred in November of 2009 in India. The presenter was Pranav Mistry, an inventor, […]
Can Texting Be Damaging for Teens?
I was recently interviewed by Fox News here in Austin about whether excessive texting can be damaging for teens. Here is a link to that […]
Teen Internet Use Can Be a Good Thing
There are many concerns about teens’ use of the Internet that have been voiced by parents and educators over the years. While many concerns may […]
Using Tech to Pass the Time
I really like iTunes, my iPod, podcasts, and all of the options that they bring. Name a topic, and there are some free podcasts available […]
Mindfulness – Learning to Be Still
In this age of technology we have virtually countless ways to distract ourselves. We have our radios, CD players, iPods, email, talk radio, TV, DVDs, […]