In the digital era, talking to your students about technology is one of the most important things we can do as educators. This is easier said than done.
That’s why we made The Cost Of Convenience. It’s a conversation starter that creates an opportunity for you to discuss one of the most defining, consequential relationships your students will have in their lifetime- their relationship with technology.
Watch a clip from the film: what every educator should know about internet platforms.
Real reactions from students:
Every time your students engage with internet platforms, they are vulnerable and exposed. A single click, swipe, or post can have permanent consequences.
For decades, big tech has used multi-billion dollar marketing machines to praise the benefits of technology through glossy, persuasive campaigns. The costs, however, are lesser known….until now.
We’ve distilled THREE YEARS of research into one 92-minute, fast-paced documentary and more than THREE HOURS of short videos.
Just some of the many topics covered:
technology addiction
data privacy
algorithms
artificial intelligence
surveilance capitalism
digital habits
Our cast of experts include pediatricians, professors, counselors, scientists, digital habit coaches, Silicon Valley investors, legal scholars, digital sociologists, best-selling authors, and more. Most importantly, our cast and filmmaking team includes parents who genuinely want to help other parents.
This may be one of the most important conversations you’ll ever have with your students.
Don’t waste another day.
High School Screenings include:
Lifetime license for classroom use
One school-wide screening credit
PDF with question prompts
Opportunity to include virtual Q&A with cast
HD digital download of the film
LIMITED TIME BONUS: One-year access pass to The Cost Of Convenience content library featuring dozens of short videos that dive deeper into the topics explored in the film
Exclusively Available here
Independently made and free of corporate and political influence
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The file for the documentary will be downloaded as an mp4. Other formats can be provided upon request.
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Upon purchase, educators will receive a download link. it can then be streamed on whatever systems your institution uses. Bonus content can be streamed directly through the site with an educator login, to be provided after purchase.
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For an additional fee, students can engage virtually with a cast member from the film. This option is contingent upon scheduling and availability.
A message from a pediatrician
Dr. John Hutton, co-star of The Cost of Convenience, discusses the urgent need to talk to kids about technology.
PSYCHOLOGY TODAY:
“It is not a conspiracy theory; it is the raw reality of our times.”
Selected Clips
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Watch Anywhere, Anytime
Streaming packages allow you to stream at you leisure on multiple devices.
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Family-Approved
Common Sense Media has recommended the film for age 13 and up.
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Essential Education
More than THREE YEARS of research distilled into one feature film and dozens of short videos.