Preparing For Digital Detox - with Max Claman - CampHacker #203
Are we doing our staff and campers a disservice by not better managing the expectations around their phone time at camp?
Travis and Chris sit down with Max Claman to chat about effective digital detox and the psychological impacts of removing screens. They also discuss the role of AI in streamlining operations and provide practical tips for integrating technology while preserving the authentic camp experience. Packed with valuable insights and real-world examples, this discussion offers essential advice for camp directors and educators looking to enhance their camp programs.
Hear more about:
01:57 Max's Camp Journey
04:17 Technology and Phones at Camp
08:27 The Impact of Technology on Campers
11:23 Balancing Technology and Camp Life
20:42 Educating Campers on Technology Use
24:21 Generational Perspectives on Technology
29:27 Developing a Digital Detox Plan for Camps
31:43 Engaging Parents in the Digital Detox Process
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Resources from this Episode
Prompt-building link: https://mitenmit.github.io/gpt/https://account.aftershoot.com/referral-signup?referrer=V31CAJ02
Use this to append to prompts to get you better answers:
Ask me clarifying questions until you are 95% confident you can complete the task successfully. Take a deep breath and take it step by step. Remember to search the internet to retrieve up-to-date information.
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Tool of the Week - Make Yourself a Better Camp Director
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Max - Claude.ai
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Your Hosts
Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro
Chris Hudson, Camp Consultant and Director - Camp Highlight
Max Claman - Principal - VestEd Consulting
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