Infant/Toddler Learning: Is There an App for That?

In “Infant/Toddler Learning: Is There an App for That?” professor Patricia Cantor, Ed.D., explains why an app could never substitute for nurturing interactions with caring adults. She reminds teachers that infants and toddlers are sensory learners who benefit most from real-life experiences. She also describes situations in which screen media use can be harmful, as when it interferes with play, exploration, or responsive interactions with adults.

Patricia Cantor, Ed.D., is a professor of early childhood education at Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH. She is co-author with Mary M. Cornish of Techwise Infant and Toddler Teachers: Making Sense of Screen Media for Children Under 3.

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