REDUCING THE USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES IN THE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF SCHOOL CHILDREN

Abstract

The use of electronic devices can have significant implications for children's socialization processes. The purpose of writing this article is to assess and examine the impact of the use of electronic devices on children's social development at school. This article was prepared based on an in-depth analysis of this topic, using a literature study or literature review approach. Research findings show that most children use electronic devices mainly for entertainment purposes such as playing games and watching animated films, even though these devices actually have potential as learning tools. Therefore, careful supervision from parents is very important to control and direct children's use of electronic devices, with the aim of reducing their negative impacts. Thus, effective monitoring measures can help maximize the potential of electronic devices as effective learning tools, while still addressing children's needs for healthy entertainment. The role of teachers is also highly emphasized in directing children to activities that support social interaction in the surrounding environment.