Learning family technology is as important as protecting our children from the 'dangers of the Internet'. We live in a connected society in which new generations belong to a world invaded by screens. That is why we must be very aware of preparing our children for a digital future. But how does digitalization influence society? ICTs are protagonists both in family life, as in education and even in a new organization of daily life. However, it is important that we be aware of all the advantages that technology brings us, although our children can see it as a simple alternative to leisure and entertainment.

Family technology: How to learn it?

Parents have a fundamental role in bringing technology to children. To do this, we must seek the balance to promote the correct use of ICT in the family and accompany children and adolescents in the process of learning to relate to technology. In this context, FamilyON is born, a new web platform that aims to raise awareness about the safe and responsible use of ICTs, as well as helping parents create shared moments using screens and understanding how the technology works, making it part of The conversation between parents and children. Diploma in networking technology

A change of focus in family digital life

Is it possible to enjoy family screens? Can this option help to transfer the necessary messages to our children so that their education helps them to be responsible digital users? What do parents need to feel involved and able to turn challenges into opportunities? Surely you have ever asked yourself any, or several, of these questions, right? family offers multimedia activities to learn family technology, enjoy and work together on communication, creativity, critical thinking, rational intelligence or innovation. And, at the same time, learn about digital tools and share leisure time.

The activities that we can find within the platform, are divided into two blocks:

Explorers - For children between 6 and 12 years old. Based on a series of steps such as Planning, Development, Tutorial and Teaching Card.

Wrestlers - From 12 years old. Based on Development and pedagogical record.

All of them are carried out in the real world, combining the use of the screen with the interaction between people. With regard to the pedagogical part, the platform has the collaboration of the University of Parents, while for technology, it has been developed by BQ Educa, using tools of interest such as Toontastic, Scratch Kahoot or Geoguessr.

Bet on safe and responsible use of technology

All parents have sometimes considered what to do so that our children use technology responsibly. The secret is as simple as integrating ICT in family life, based on communication between parents and children. In short, learn technology in the family . “A single project will not change everything, it will not end the dangers of the Internet or a child stuck to a screen or the negative consequences of misuse of social networks. But modifying digital habits and creating a conversation about technology at home can make a difference, ”explains María Zabala, a communication consultant specializing in digital education. “A change in the narrative that we use when we talk about family and technology is necessary. For a young child to watch videos on YouTube or play with apps on his parents' mobile and do it alone, as entertainment apart from other games with people, is not the same as using a screen - but also talking with his family - see a video and then do an activity or even a craft (...) Because, as highlighted by the expert in digital education, children need their family to put their role in context in a digital world.