To support thoughtful policymaking and inform this rapidly evolving public discussion, CoSN, Digital Promise, FullScale, and SETDA are convening a national policy briefing designed specifically for state education agency leaders and policymakers–creating space for informed discussion grounded in research, policy, and the operational realities of state education systems.
At a moment when policymakers across the country are debating the role of technology in classrooms, this briefing will provide state leaders with balanced, research-informed perspectives to help guide thoughtful policy decisions.
Subject: Screen Time in Schools: A Policy Briefing for State Leaders
Monday, April 6, 2026
2:00-3:30pm ET
*If Zoom capacity is reached before you join, you won’t be able to attend live, but you will receive the webinar recording afterward.
This 90-minute briefing (70 min. content/20 min. Q&A) will provide a research-informed, practitioner-grounded perspective on instructional screen use and its implications for policy.
Webinar Agenda
National Legislative Landscape
A representative from Whiteboard Advisors will provide an overview of key state legislative efforts, emerging policy trends, and the range of approaches under consideration nationwide.
Beyond “Screen Time”: What Research Says About Digital Learning
- What high-quality research tells us—and does not tell us—about instructional screen use, 1:1 environments, and learning outcomes
- How research distinguishes between passive screen exposure and active, educator-guided digital learning
- Student engagement and developmental considerations across grade levels
From Policy to Practice: What Implementation Looks Like
- Operational and instructional implications for districts
- Impacts on students with disabilities and accessibility needs
- Considerations for rural and low-income communities, including infrastructure and resource access
- Potential unintended consequences policymakers should anticipate
Q&A
The views and opinions expressed by the panelists during sessions are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or endorsement of CoSN, FullScale, SETDA, and Digital Promise.
Earn a certificate for 1.5 hour CEA (Continuing Education Activity).
