Parenting in the Virtual Reality World of the Metaverse
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Navigating the Digital Jungle: Parenting in the Virtual Reality World of the Metaverse.
In this episode of Navigating the Digital Jungle, Sue Atkins, Parven Kaur and Angeline Corvaglia delve into the concept of the metaverse, exploring its impact on families, particularly focusing on safety and AI literacy. They discuss platforms such as Horizon Worlds and Oculus, highlighting both the opportunities and risks these virtual environments present. Tips for parents on how to guide their children safely through these digital spaces are shared, alongside the importance of considering age restrictions and setting privacy controls. Practical advice is given on engaging with the metaverse, with a call for balanced and informed digital engagement for families.
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00:00 Introduction to Navigating the Digital Jungle
00:38 Understanding the Metaverse
03:59 Meta's Horizon Worlds and VR Gaming
05:45 Parental Guidance and Safety Tips
09:39 Age Restrictions and Parental Controls
11:34 Practical Tips for Parents
19:33 Weekly Tech Talks and Family Engagement
21:43 Listener Questions and Answers
33:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
34:53 Sponsor Message
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