Thank you once again Lianhe Zaobao 联合早报 for interviewing me about IMDA’s digital resources for parents. Here’s a translation of what I shared for the article:
Jonathan Sim, a lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the National University of Singapore’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, views the digital parenting resources as a significant step in providing professional and practical guidance for parents.
“In recent years, the most common complaint I’ve heard from parents is that they feel powerless when their children become absorbed in digital devices.”
He believes that many parents lack the knowledge or skills to tackle this issue effectively, making peer support insufficient. This guide acts as a “map,” offering parents a general direction and helping them initiate conversations with their children.
“Such conversations can help parents recognise their own gaps in knowledge or skills, prompting them to seek resources and strategies for self-improvement. Ultimately, this empowers parents to better fulfill their role in guiding their children,” he concluded.
Link to article: https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/singapore/story20241201-5359974
Jonathan Y. H. Sim 