Professor Katie Davis

Professor Katie Davis Professor researching & speaking about tech's role in youth's lives | author of Technology's Child

Dr. Katie Davis is Associate Professor at the University of Washington (UW) and Director of the UW Digital Youth Lab. For nearly 20 years, Katie has been researching and speaking about the impact of digital technologies on young people’s learning, development, and well-being. Katie uses the insights from her research to design positive technology experiences for youth and their families and to provide practical guidance to parents, educators, policymakers, and technology designers. At UW, she mentors undergraduate and graduate students and teaches courses on child development and technology design. She has published more than 70 academic papers and is the author of three books, all exploring technology’s role in young people’s lives: Technology’s Child: Digital Media’s Role in the Ages and Stages of Growing Up, Writers in the Secret Garden: Fanfiction, Youth, and New Forms of Mentoring (with Cecilia Aragon), and The App Generation: How Youth Navigate Identity, Intimacy, and Imagination in a Digital World (with Howard Gardner). In each, Katie aims to make sense of the often-confusing landscape of research and media messages about kids and technology. Her latest book, Technology’s Child, is a much-needed lifeline for anyone involved in caring for young people. It brings clarity to what we know about technology’s role in child development and provides guidance on how to help children of all ages make the most of their digital experiences.

One thing’s for sure: Technology is here to stay. As parents, helping our children navigate the digital landscape can be...
03/05/2024

One thing’s for sure: Technology is here to stay. As parents, helping our children navigate the digital landscape can be tricky – if not outright scary – at times. Join ParentMap for "Technology’s Child: Empowered Parenting in the Digital Age" on Tuesday, March 5, with Katie Davis (that's me!). Learn strategies for keeping your child healthy and safe online without losing your mind.

I will guide you through the most pressing issues facing parents today, and help you develop a plan to navigate them with ease. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with other parents, share experiences and learn from each other.

REGISTER for the free talk here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/technologys-child-empowered-parenting-in-the-digital-age-tickets-795715886637?aff=partnerfacebook

Out today! My interview on Voices of Your Village Podcast, where I talk about "good enough" digital parenting
02/01/2024

Out today! My interview on Voices of Your Village Podcast, where I talk about "good enough" digital parenting

When does tech help kids--and when does it hurt? I share my thoughts in this interview with EdSurge:
09/08/2023

When does tech help kids--and when does it hurt? I share my thoughts in this interview with EdSurge:

The pandemic has largely changed public perceptions about the appropriate use of technology for young people, argues Katie Davis, associate professor ...

Yes, social media and other tech can harm young people. But they can also support creativity and other kinds of flourish...
07/12/2023

Yes, social media and other tech can harm young people. But they can also support creativity and other kinds of flourishing. Check out my interview with Spencer Critchley on the Dastardly Cleverness podcast: https://dastardlycleverness.com/katie-davis/

Check out my conversation with Julie Ross and Greg Abbey on the Parenting Horizons Podcast!
06/22/2023

Check out my conversation with Julie Ross and Greg Abbey on the Parenting Horizons Podcast!

‎Show The Parenting Horizons Podcast, Ep Is TikTok Eating My Child's Brain? - Jun 16, 2023

06/16/2023
I had a great time chatting with JoAnn and Brie on the No Guilt Mom podcast!
05/24/2023

I had a great time chatting with JoAnn and Brie on the No Guilt Mom podcast!

The push to legally restrict  ’s access to   in the   is gaining steam. So far, however,   say there are both negative a...
04/06/2023

The push to legally restrict ’s access to in the is gaining steam. So far, however, say there are both negative and positive aspects of minors using the platforms. I add my 2 cents (along with Mitch Prinstein and Linda Charmaraman) on this Voice of America piece reported by Vero Balderas Iglesias

sing the platforms can have both positive and negative effects on children, researchers tell VOA

I had a great time talking about Technology's Child on No Such Thing: K12 Education in the Digital Age!
03/17/2023

I had a great time talking about Technology's Child on No Such Thing: K12 Education in the Digital Age!

Just received word from MIT Press that my book, Technology's Child, is 25% off at Barnes & Noble with the code PREORDER2...
01/25/2023

Just received word from MIT Press that my book, Technology's Child, is 25% off at Barnes & Noble with the code PREORDER25, today and tomorrow only. Pub date is March 7, so you'll get it pretty soon! Order here:

How children engage with technology at each stage of development, from toddler to twentysomething, and how they can best be supported.What happens to the little ones, the tweens, and the teenagers, when technology—ubiquitous in the world they inhabit—becomes a critical...

Technology’s Child is coming out in early 2023 and my publisher is having a holiday sale right now that will allow you t...
12/22/2022

Technology’s Child is coming out in early 2023 and my publisher is having a holiday sale right now that will allow you to get 20% off with free shipping using the code MITPHoliday22.

and I’m thrilled to be offering parents and educators an excellent resource to help them navigate some of the challenges that technology presents in the lives of young people. Pick up your copy today! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/search/site/?q=9780262046961

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