The New Normal (1/6)

Recent data from the Global Digital Childhood Institute reveals that by 2025, nearly 95% of children between ages 3 and 18 have regular access to smart devices, with the average age of first smartphone ownership now hovering around 10.3 years. But unlike the passive screen time that concerned parents a decade ago, today’s digital interactions are far more sophisticated and purposeful.

Dr. James Morrison, Director of Educational Technology at MIT, explains that modern digital engagement is fundamentally different from what we’ve seen before. “Today’s children aren’t just consuming content; they’re engaging with adaptive AI systems that personalize their learning experience, participating in immersive educational environments, and developing digital literacy skills that will be crucial for their future.”