Tuesday, Mar. 10, 2026
noon–1 p.m. PT
Live Q&A webinar streamed on Zoom
Educational technology has rapidly reshaped classrooms, often without parents fully realizing its impact. But is all this screen-based instruction actually helping our kids learn?
In this live ParentEd Talk, neuroscientist and “The Digital Delusion” author Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins ParentMap to challenge EdTech’s biggest promises and examine what the data truly shows. He will explain how excessive technology use can undermine kids' learning and attention, and share clear, practical ways parents and educators can restore meaningful learning at school and at home.
You’ll leave with:
- A simple understanding of the neuroscience behind how kids learn — and how EdTech based learning can fall short.
- Eye-opening data on the impacts of EdTech and how parents and educators can encourage schools to strike a healthier balance with technology.
- Practical strategies you can use at home to boost your child’s learning.
Reclaim real learning. Reserve your spot now for the live interactive talk — and get access to the recording to watch anytime.
⭐ Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Seattle Children’s, we’re unlocking a rare offer: Free 2025–2026 ParentEd Talks season passes to the first 2,500 families that sign up in 2026 (a $50 value). Once they’re gone, they’re gone. Claim yours now with promo code SCHFree2500.*
About the speaker 
Jared Cooney Horvath is a neuroscientist, educator, bestselling author and creator of The Learning Blueprint, an international award-winning program for educators and students on the science of learning. He has researched and lectured at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, University of Melbourne and in more than 1,000 schools worldwide. Dr. Horvath has published six books and more than 50 research articles, with work featured in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, Harvard Business Review and “NOVA.” His newest book, “The Digital Delusion,” explores how classroom technology harms kids’ learning and how to help them thrive again. He currently serves as director of LME Global, a company dedicated to bringing the latest brain and behavioral research to educators, students and communities.
Parenting brings joys, challenges and so many questions, and we weren’t meant to figure it out on our own. That’s why ParentMap is thrilled to offer our expert-led monthly webinar series, featuring some of the brightest minds in parenting. We will tackle today’s most pressing issues, such as the youth mental health crisis, complexities of ADHD, and the hidden impacts of AI and modern technology — while offering guidance, support and inspiration along the way.
ParentMap has partnered with over 230 schools and organizations to provide families with complimentary access to our talks. A valid promo code from a participating member is required to redeem your free tickets. Check here to see if your school or organization is a member.
*SCHFree2500 promo code is available to the first 2,500 series registrants starting January 14, 2026. Offer expires May 12, 2026, or once all 2,500 tickets are claimed — whichever comes first. Not valid for previous 2025–2026 ParentEd Talks series ticket purchasers.
Thank you to our event sponsors, whose support empowers ParentMap to bring ParentEd Talks to our community.
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Gold sponsors:
Community partner:
John and Nancy Sabol Foundation
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