Contrary to much public discourse, digital technology is not universally damaging to young people or driving a teen mental health crisis. Mizuko (Mimi) Ito is a cultural anthropologist who has researched teens and technology for over three decades. In this talk, she will address fears, review evidence about varied risks and benefits, and offer examples of positive and productive intergenerational engagement with technology.
Featured Speaker:
Dr. Mizuko (Mimi) Ito
Professor at University of California, Irvine
Mizuko (Mimi) Ito is a cultural anthropologist and learning scientist, who has studied digital youth culture and interest-driven, socially connected learning in Japan and the U.S for over thirty years. She directs the Connected Learning Lab at the University of California, Irvine and is co-founder of Connected Camps, a non-profit offering social, project-based learning experiences in platforms such as Minecraft and Roblox.
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