In this episode of Where Parents Talk, host Lianne Castelino speaks with Matthew Johnson, Director of Education at MediaSmarts, about how parents can help children navigate an increasingly complex online world.
From AI and deepfakes to misinformation and academic honesty, this conversation offers evidence-based strategies to raise digitally literate, critically minded kids.
Learn how to:
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Teach honesty and integrity in schoolwork and media use
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Build open, ongoing communication about online experiences
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Model critical thinking and humility as a parent
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Identify and use reliable online sources
Explore practical tools and expert insights to help your family thrive in a world shaped by technology and information overload.
MATTHEW JOHNSON
Director of Education, MediaSmarts
Father of 2
““What’s most important is communicating your values. When we talk to our kids about honesty and about using AI, it’s not about catching them or punishing them — it’s about helping them understand why integrity matters. If we praise their effort instead of the outcome, we’re teaching them that shortcuts don’t build character or real learning.”
