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The iGen Genaration - Coggle Diagram
The iGen Genaration
Literature review
Technological Influence on Learning:
Preference for video-based learning (e.g., YouTube), game-based learning, podcasts, etc
Emotional Well-being:
High screen time linked to emotional fragility, loneliness, and signs of depression.
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Civic Engagement:
Influenced by social activism and digital mobilization (e.g., Parkland students, Malala).
Screen Time & Digital Behavior:
Gen Z takes technological advances for granted, often processing large amounts of information quickly and with minimal attention span
Purpose
Their approach to education, learning, and information credibility
Their mental health, emotional needs, and social behavior
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Results
Digital behavior
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Constant use of smartphones, preference for Instagram/Snapchat.
Digitally innate, fast processors of information but with short attention spans.
Education & Learning
Prefer on-demand, video-based, and gamified learning tools.
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Expect educational technology to be responsive, intuitive, and mobile-friendly.
Emotional & Social Needs
Higher levels of anxiety, depression, and emotional fragility.
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Civic & Social Awareness
Show concern for racial, gender, and LGBTQ+ equality.
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Conclusion
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Institutions must adapt
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Addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion meaningfully
Offering responsive, tech-integrated education
This generation offers great potential for social change and innovation—if educators can meet them where they are.
Method
Data sources
Surveys/studies from Pearson, Barnes & Noble, and Center for Generational Kinetics.
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Generational behavior analysis from Gen Kinetics, ProtoCall, etc.
Approaches
Cross-generational comparison (Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z)
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