Little Clicks, Big Ideas

What are we missing when talking about young children’s digital literacies?

Join this interactive family session to share your stories of how little ones build digital skills through everyday moments - like video chats with relatives or exploring their favourite apps.

Led by digital sociologist Dr Harry Dyer and Dr Simon P Hammond, Associate Professor in Education at UEA, unpack screen time worries and discover how everyday digital experiences can support children’s learning, creativity and confidence.

This relaxed, drop-in event is a great opportunity for parents and carers to learn, share and rethink what digital literacy really means for young children.

Free, drop-in
Recommended for families
Lower Gallery, The Forum
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About Dr Harry Dyer

Harry is a digital sociologist and lecturer in Education at the University of East Anglia. His research explores the impact of digital technology on culture, public knowledge, and education. He received UEA’s 2016 award for PGR public engagement and is a big believer in discussing his research publicly. He has given TED talks and other public seminars, written for The Conversation, appeared in local, national, and international newspapers, appeared on podcasts, and can often be found discussing research on X.

About Dr Simon P Hammond

Simon is an Associate Professor in Education in the School of Education and Lifelong Learning and an Honorary Associate Professor at the Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust (NSFT). Simon leads high-profile, complex multimillion-pound projects that seek to promote children and young people’s well-being across health, social care, and education sectors. He sits on Ofcom’s Research Working Group, had his work on Digital Life Story Work cited by National Institute for health and Care Excellence (NICE) and is frequently invited to share his expertise on children and young people’s use of digital media.