Understanding Media Use and Executive Functioning

The video tutorial discusses the importance of media education for young children, focusing on executive functioning skills and how media and technology can impact them. It introduces a series of workshops designed to help families engage with media in a balanced and educational way. The MEALS acronym is presented as a tool for parents to model, engage, adjust, limit, and support their children's media use. The session also provides information on accessing the toolkit and resources available in both English and Spanish.

What is the primary focus of the session 'Young Kids and Screens'?

• To highlight workshops for families on healthy screen use

• To discuss the latest video games for children

• To provide a history of digital media

• To promote new educational apps

Why is it important to engage families in discussions about screen time for young children?

• To limit parental involvement

• To build relationships and address early media use

• To ensure children watch more TV

• To promote social media use

What are executive functioning skills?

• Skills for managing social media accounts

• Skills related to playing video games

• Physical skills for sports

• Cognitive skills that develop problem-solving and critical thinking

How can media and technology affect executive functioning skills in children?

• By making them more social

• By impacting their cognitive development

• By enhancing their ability to multitask

• By improving their physical fitness

What is the purpose of the six workshops mentioned in the session?

• To provide cooking classes for families

• To help parents balance media use and develop children's skills

• To promote new educational toys

• To teach children how to use social media

What does the 'M' in the 'MEALS' acronym stand for?

• Model

• Monitor

• Manage

• Measure

What is the significance of the 'MEALS' acronym in the context of media use?

• It offers a framework for balanced media use

• It is a guide for exercise routines

• It provides a recipe for healthy meals

• It lists popular TV shows for kids

Where can educators and families find the toolkit discussed in the session?

• In public libraries

• On the Common Sense Education website

• In local bookstores

• At community centers

What resources are included in the toolkit for educators?

• Travel guides

• Music playlists

• Slide presentations and participant handouts

• Cooking recipes

Why is it important to share the toolkit with families of young children?

• To help them navigate media use effectively

• To increase screen time

• To encourage more TV watching

• To promote video game competitions