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| Michaela Wooldridge |
‘Electronic Childhood’ with Michaela
Wooldridge
We are pleased
to welcome Michaela Wooldridge as our Keynote Speaker. Michaela has
been a Clinical Supervisor at Surrey Infant Development Programme (IDP) for five years, following 17 years as
an IDP consultant. She has taught in college ECE programme, and serves as peer
trainer/educator in assessment and a variety of early intervention/development
topics. She is also mother to three children.
This
presentation 'Electronic Childhood' is an overview of the emerging research on children’s exposure to
technology and the effects on development. Both benefits and risks associated
with technology are highlighted. Participants, who themselves are overwhelmed
with information, will gain a clearer understanding of the enduring
developmental needs of children in a rapidly changing world