We talk a lot ABOUT tech and teens, but what do young people have to say about their digital experiences? How can their insights shape solutions? In this episode, “critical optimist” and researcher Dr. Emily Weinstein from the Center for Digital Thriving at Harvard Graduate School of Education explores the power of curious questions and shares actionable ways to team up with teens for a healthier relationship with tech.

Erin talks to Dr. Emily Weinstein about:

• Youth perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI) and the insights from teens that she can’t get out of her head.
• One question you can ask teens TODAY about generative AI.
• Practical tools and strategies for digital wellbeing and why discussing values and thinking traps is key.
• Why we need all hands on deck right now for digital thriving.

Featured Expert:

Dr. Emily Weinstein - https://digitalthriving.gse.harvard.edu/about/emily-weinstein/

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