Q: Almost 7 in 10 parents surveyed think this is one of the main differences between their kids and them. What is it?
A: Their kids are smarter than they were when they were kids.
Most parents also believe that advances in technology and child psychology have a hand in improving the way today’s children learn (78%). Above any other subject, parents think kids will learn new computer skills the quickest (55%).
Additionally, seven in 10 parents believe education methods are more entertaining today, so children are more engaged and absorb key concepts faster than they did . Forty-five percent of parents are even open to their kids using computer games that would help them enjoy learning more. Another 38 percent favor educational shows and movies.