Listen "Ep.248: Dr. Meena Singh - Digital Quotient"
Episode Synopsis
Ensuring our children become intelligent, independent individuals capable of handling life's challenges on their own is a paramount concern for parents. How can we make sure our kids grow up to be smart and able to do things on their own, even when we're not there? We want our kids to be not just book-smart but also equipped with the tools to navigate life successfully, even in our absence. It's like preparing them for a lifelong adventure where they can confidently face any situation. Meena Singh is an education expert, she is an accomplished entrepreneur with a history of running a successful K-12 education and childcare business. She shares her perception towards Digital Quotient, a complex skill essential in the current digital age. Dr. Singh explores connections between Intelligence Quotient (IQ) and Emotional Quotient (EQ), shedding light into the significant impact of technology on the lives of children. This episode looks into Digital Quotient (DQ), consisting of eight essential competencies, offering insights into effectively navigating the intricacies of the digital world. Digital Literacy Empathy and Compassion Online Effective communication in the DIgital World Understanding and Sifting through Information Ethical use of Technology Continuous Learning and Adaptability Digital Well-Being Singh talks about the problems kids deal with online, like cyberbullying and dangers on the internet. She stresses how crucial it is for parents and kids to know the right way to behave online and to be kind. She also talks about measuring Digital Quotient (DQ), it's a real skill but not something you can put a number on. To measure it, you look at how good someone is at different skills and understanding both the technical and human parts of using digital technology. Check Out Dr. Singh’s book Are We There Yet?, available on Amazon. Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent’s Soul. Raymond’s latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire’s Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!. Aaron.com
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