A Tunisian association, Jebal Insolite, recently organized an awareness day on the risks of screen time for children, titled "Screen and Child: Risks and Solutions." The event, held on the island of Djerba, aimed to educate families about the negative psychological, educational, and physical effects of screen addiction on children. Experts in the field shared their insights and provided possible solutions to mitigate these risks. The event was attended by parents and caregivers who are concerned about the impact of screens on their children's well-being.
The awareness day was an initiative to promote healthy screen use habits among children and to encourage parents to engage in activities that foster their children's cognitive, emotional, and physical development. According to Amina Ben Jedia, a representative of Jebal Insolite, the event aimed to raise awareness about the risks associated with excessive screen time, such as addiction, social isolation, and decreased physical activity. The association hopes to encourage parents to set limits on screen time and to engage in alternative activities that promote healthy development.
As part of the event, a new educational platform called "Ta'alem Ma' Nour" (Learn with Nour) was launched to provide an alternative to screen addiction for children aged 3-6 years. The platform offers 121 educational units in Tunisian Arabic, designed to promote children's cognitive, linguistic, and motor skills. Nour Ben Belkacem, a specialist in kinetic psychology and the founder of the platform, explained that the platform's content is tailored to children's needs and interests, providing a fun and engaging learning experience.
The "Ta'alem Ma' Nour" platform offers a range of interactive activities, including games, stories, and exercises that cater to different learning styles. The platform's content is designed to be time-limited, with a maximum of 30 minutes of screen time per session, to prevent addiction and promote healthy screen use habits. Parents can also access tips and advice on how to interact with their children and encourage them to engage in physical activities and creative play.
According to Nour Ben Belkacem, the platform's goal is to provide a comprehensive learning experience that fosters children's cognitive, emotional, and social development. The platform's content is designed to be adaptable to different learning styles and needs, providing a personalized learning experience for each child. The platform also offers a rewards system, where children can earn stars and badges for completing activities and achieving learning milestones.
The launch of the "Ta'alem Ma' Nour" platform is a significant step towards promoting healthy screen use habits among children in Tunisia. The platform provides a valuable resource for parents and caregivers who are seeking alternative activities to screen time. By providing a fun and engaging learning experience, the platform aims to reduce the risks associated with screen addiction and promote healthy development among children.
The awareness day and the launch of the "Ta'alem Ma' Nour" platform demonstrate the growing concern about the impact of screen time on children's health and well-being in Tunisia. The initiative is a collaborative effort between associations, experts, and parents to promote healthy screen use habits and provide alternative activities that foster children's development. The platform is expected to be a valuable resource for families and to contribute to the development of healthy and well-adjusted children.
Key points
- The platform offers 121 educational units in Tunisian Arabic for children aged 3-6 years.
Reporting sources
- Radio Tunis · Radio Tunis
