EDUC 5406G - Digital Wellness

Digital Wellness is described as both a process and an outcome. It allows people to flourish in life and develop healthy relationships with technology. In this course, students will explore digital wellness from a personal and professional lens. In particular, students will examine research related to technology’s impact on well-being and development, explore frameworks related to digital wellness, and develop a deeper understanding of psychological frameworks that support mental health. Students will also critically examine the knowledge and skills required to develop digital wellness at various developmental stages. Key concepts explored in the course include mental health literacy, emotional intelligence in the digital age, self-awareness and reflection, critical thinking, social-emotional learning, self-regulation, self-care, and coping strategies. This course will provide students with the tools to assess and develop their own digital wellness as well as support the digital wellness of others.
Credit hours: 3.0