Is the smartphone the greatest educational tool ever created? In today’s episode, Kelly counters Dr. Peter Gray’s claim, arguing that smartphones provide information and convenience, which are not the same as education. Even if you don’t define education as structured, systematic instruction by adults, the smartphone still isn’t a tool that positively shapes a child’s character, work ethic, and spiritual wisdom.
Books referenced:
Product referenced:
Leap Frog Magical Adventures Globe
Articles referenced:
Helping Kids (and Ourselves) Use Smartphones Safely
Self-Directed Education: What Is It and How Does It Work?
What does the Bible say about Education?
Cambridge Dictionary: Education
Scripture referenced:
Proverbs 1:7
Proverbs 18:15
1 Corinthians 8:1
Acts 22:3
Acts: 17:28
Titus 1:12
1 Timothy 1:16
2 Timothy 3:7
Psalm 1:2
James 1:5
Jeremiah 17:9
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