View Seminar: Anxious Generation Book Study
| Seminar Name | Anxious Generation Book Study |
|---|---|
| Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| External Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| Seminar Short Desc | Participants will explore the books core arguments about the phone-based childhood versus the play-based childhood, review relevant research, and reflect on the real-world implications for schools, homes, and communities. The day will include guided discussions, interactive activities, and collaborative planning to help translate theory into practice. We will also address systemic barriers, digital literacy, mental health strategies, and how to promote healthier developmental environments. |
| Seminar Full Desc | This full-day professional development workshop is designed to engage educators, support staff, and community stakeholders in exploring the critical themes and insights from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. As youth anxiety, depression, and social disconnection rise, this book offers a compelling framework to understand how changes in childhood particularly the shift to phone-based, less autonomous lifestyles are impacting mental health.
Participants will explore the books core arguments about the phone-based childhood versus the play-based childhood, review relevant research, and reflect on the real-world implications for schools, homes, and communities. The day will include guided discussions, interactive activities, and collaborative planning to help attendees translate theory into practice. We will also address systemic barriers, digital literacy, mental health strategies, and how to promote healthier developmental environments. |
| Seminar Date | 03/13/2026 |
| Opening Time | 8:30 am |
| Closing Time | 2:30 pm |
| Last Day To Register | 03/12/2026 [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ] |
| Twin Seminar | Not set |
| Seminar Audience | All Educators |
| Seminar Prerequisites | Book will be provided on the day of the workshop. |
| Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources | Anxious Generation
Social Media |
| Seminar Broadcast Notes | Not set |
| Seminar Objectives | -Reflect on the rise in youth mental health issues and its cultural roots
-Discuss Social media, screen time, and the adolescent brain -Rebuild independence and in-person connection -Review the role of schools and families in shaping resilience -Discuss practical strategies for change at home, in classrooms, and communities |
| Work Summary | Not set |
| Assessment of Learning | Discussions |
| Evaluation Summary Notes | Not set |
| Needed Changes | Not set |
| Next Steps | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Not set |
| Site | CA BOCES - Olean CTE |
| Location | Conference Room 1, 2, 3 |
| Site Status | Regional |
| Duration | 6 Hours |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Seminar Status | Available |
| Workshop | Anxious Generation Book Study |
| Starting Registration | 8:00 am |
| Credit Hours | 5.50 |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | Yes |
| Course Type | Live-In Person |
| Online Course Instructions | Not set |
| Online Course Url | Not set |
| Online Course Pass Code | Not set |
| Provider | 529 - Professional Development |
| Category | 525 - Community Schools |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | Not set |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Cancelled Date | Not set |
| Added By | Laurie Sledge |
| Seminar Id | 10577 |
CTLE Activities
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- Pedagogy
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Districts That Can Send Participants
- Allegany-Limestone Central School
- Andover Central School
- Belfast Central School
- Bolivar-Richburg Central School
- Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
- Cuba-Rushford Central School
- Ellicottville Central School
- Fillmore Central School
- Franklinville Central School
- Friendship Central School
- Genesee Valley Central School
- Hinsdale Central School
- Olean City Schools
- Pioneer Central School
- Portville Central School
- Randolph Academy
- Randolph Central School
- Salamanca City Schools
- Scio Central School
- Wellsville Central School
- West Valley Central School
- Whitesville Central School
- CA-BOCES Admin
- CA-BOCES CTE
- CA-BOCES ISS
- CA-BOCES IT
- CA-BOCES Exceptional Education
Learning Standards
- 1 Knowledge Students and Student Learning
- 4 Learning Environment