Born Digital
How Children Grow Up in a Digital Age
Summary:
The book explores the unique experiences and challenges faced by the first generation of "digital natives," who have never known a world without the internet and digital technology. It examines how this constant connectivity affects their social behaviors, learning styles, privacy, safety, and the formation of identity.
Key points:
1. Identity: The book examines how young people who've always had the internet ("born digital") create their identities online, which can differ from their real-life personas.
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