TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES: SHEDDING LIGHT ON PRESCHOOL TECH ADDICTION

Abstract

In recent years, the increasing prevalence of technology in the lives of young children has raised concerns about its impact on early childhood development. This study explores preschool teachers’ perspectives on tech addiction, focusing on its effects on children's behavior, social skills, and cognitive development. Through qualitative analysis of interviews with preschool educators, the study reveals that while technology offers educational benefits, excessive screen time can hinder social interaction, attention spans, and emotional regulation in young learners. The purpose of this research is to determine the solution suggestions for technology addiction problems encountered in preschool education according to the opinions of teachers working in preschools. 10 preschool teachers participated in the study. This research sheds light on the growing challenge of tech addiction in early childhood education and provides actionable recommendations for creating a balanced and developmentally appropriate approach to technology use in preschools.