3 Hours Graduate Credit through CSU--Pueblo

Instructor: Jennifer Hair

ED501 (counts towards initial Master of Education courses) will receive a letter grade

Course Description:

This graduate-level course explores the key arguments, research, and implications of Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation. Educators will examine the rise of anxiety and mental health challenges among students in relation to technology, social media, and shifting childhood experiences. Through in-depth readings, analysis, discussion, and applied projects, teachers will develop strategies for fostering digital wellness, resilience, and balanced learning environments.

LEARNING GOALS and OUTCOMES:
By the end of this graduate-level course inspired by The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, teachers will:

Analyze key arguments and research presented in The Anxious Generation to understand the social, psychological, and developmental effects of digital technology on today’s youth.

Evaluate how rising rates of anxiety, depression, and social isolation among students connect to cultural, environmental, and technological changes.

Reflect on their own classroom, school, and community contexts to identify factors that contribute to or mitigate student anxiety and disengagement.

Apply evidence-based strategies and classroom practices that foster emotional resilience, social connection, and healthy technology use among students.

Design developmentally appropriate interventions, routines, and learning environments that promote student well-being and attention in the digital age.

Collaborate and discuss with peers to examine diverse perspectives and share practical solutions for supporting students’ mental health and learning engagement.

Synthesize course readings, discussions, and personal insights into a comprehensive final reflection or action plan demonstrating how their teaching practice will evolve to better support student well-being.

Any questions? Email connectedclassroomcourses@gmail.com

Anxious Generation: Raising Students in the DigitalAge

$389.00

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Once registration with Connected Classroom is complete, you will receive a welcome letter from the instructor within 48 business hours with access codes and instructions for the course. When school is in session, it might be up to 72 hours. If you do NOT hear from the instructor, please email support@connectedclassroomcourses.com or connectedclassroomcourses@gmail.com
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Quick Reference Guide

Step 1: Register for your course with your Provider (to include payment made to the Provider).

Step 2: Complete the online registration with CSU-Pueblo at

https://csupueblo-extendedstudies.formstack.com/forms/tep_other

Provider is THE CONNECTED CLASSROOM (look in the "T" alpha section)

ED501 The Anxious Generation - Raising Students in a Digital Age

Once you submit, you will receive an email from CSU confirming your registration. There will be a registration number in this email, and it may be helpful to document it. You need only register ONCE per course you’re taking. Check your SPAM for your PID that CSU emails.

Step 3: Following your online registration, you can expect a follow-up email that will provide you with your PID number. You can expect this email approximately 7-10 days later. Keeping record of your PID number is encouraged. If you do not receive this contact the Extended studies office at CSU-Pueblo.

Step 4: Once your coursework is submitted to your provider and they’ve sent us your grade, we will enter it. This process can take up to 14 business days.

Step 5: A notification will NOT be sent out when your grade is transcribed, rather, you can periodically check your unofficial transcripts on your Student PAWS account to see when the grade is posted.

Step 6: To log in to your PAWS account, please see the instructions provided in the email you received with your PID number.

Step 7: Official Transcripts can also be ordered through your Student PAWS account.

Please visit the “Students” tab on our webpage for additional helpful information: https://www.csupueblo.edu/extended-studies/teacher-education-institute.html.
Jennifer Hair, M.A., is an experienced business and visual arts teacher with over 20 years of experience in the secondary classroom. She is a passionate teacher educator who loves sharing her love of personal and professional development, students and integrating technology in real-world learning situations. She specializes in using social media for professional development, web technologies, and everything Adobe Creative Suite.

Anxious Generation: Raising Students in the DigitalAge

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Instructor Information - Jennifer Hair