147 - A conversation with Tim Evans and Heather Barnard on Home School Digital Adoption

Join us for a conversation with Heather and Tim as we explore the intersection of digital skills and technology use at home and school, and how this dynamic impacts parents, educators, and students. With varying levels of comfort with technology, both parents and teachers face the challenge of adapting to constant updates and the growing influence of AI. How can schools support teachers at all stages of digital readiness to create purposeful learning experiences? And how can families and schools collaborate to turn these challenges into opportunities for growth? Heather and Tim share insights from their work in an international school setting.

About Heather Barnard

I'm a mom of two teens and a newly turned 20 year old, and an educator with over 21 years of experience, including 14 years internationally and 10 years in 1:1 device schools. As a certified digital wellness educator, I help schools, parents and teens navigate the challenges of screen time, social media, and gaming by fostering positive habits and media literacy. Through my work with schools and companies like Sersha.ai, I aim to create healthier digital environments for families and schools. When I’m not working, you’ll find me spending time with my family, baking, or enjoying a good rom-com.

Heather Barnard on Social Media

Instagram: @techhealthyfamilies 
Website: www.techhealthyfamilies.com 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherbarnard/  

About Tim Evans

Tim is the Learning Technologies & Data Coordinator at the American International School of Guangzhou, China. Holding a Masters in Educational Technology, Tim brings a wealth of expertise to his role, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application. He is passionate about using technology in the classroom to enhance the whole teaching and learning experience. Originally from Wales, UK, Tim has led digital change in his home country and internationally in Spain, in Hong Kong, and most recently the UAE. 

Tim Evans on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-evans-26247792/
Twitter: https://x.com/edTechEvans 

Resources

PEW Research https://www.pewresearch.org/topic/internet-technology/user-demographics/age-generations-tech/

Sonia Livingstone
https://www.lse.ac.uk/business/consulting/experts/sonia-livingstone  

Anne Collier and Net Family News
https://www.netfamilynews.org/about/anne-colliers-bio  

Common Sense Education
https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship 

Common Sense + Seesaw
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10yf5W9SzvoRnJeldqunbCayOxErPY9DrohGo4f4NNB8/edit?usp=sharing 

John Mikton on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton
Web: beyonddigital.org

Dan Taylor on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt 
Web: www.appsevents.com

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