Daan Le Roux visits HICUP Lab and FAMNIT
In a thought-provoking session of the Monday RIN seminar on June 19th, attendees were treated to a lecture by visiting professor Daniel Le Roux from Stellenbosch University, South Africa. The seminar, hosted by Assoc. Prof. Matjaž Kljun from the Department of Information Sciences and Technologies at UP FAMNIT, was part of the Erasmus+ program, where Prof. Le Roux is a distinguished guest until June 23.
Insights from Head of Cognition and Technology Research Group
As the head of the Cognition and Technology Research Group at Stellenbosch University, Dr. Daniel Le Roux is a prominent figure in studying the various dimensions of the interaction between humans and technology. His focus lies on the cognitive and behavioral processes that individuals and communities undergo in adopting and adapting to technologies, and the subsequent impact on their performance and well-being.
Decoding the Impact of Technology on Attention
The Monday RIN seminar, titled “Digital Distraction, Online Vigilance and the Goldfish Hypothesis: Making Sense of the Impacts of Technology on Attention,” delved into the complexities of our digital age. Prof. Le Roux emphasized a media ecology characterized by the omnipresence of mobile computing devices, offering a rapidly expanding array of online experiences.
Exploring Short and Long-Term Effects
During the seminar, Prof. Le Roux presented empirical evidence on how our behavior with technology may influence the shortening of attention spans. He navigated through studies suggesting that the ubiquitous use of technology has measurable impacts on cognitive control. Attendees were exposed to both the immediate and long-term effects of our digital interactions on the way we manage attention.
Contributing to the Erasmus+ Experience
Assoc. Prof. Matjaž Kljun, who hosted Prof. Le Roux as part of the Erasmus+ program, expressed the significance of such international collaborations in fostering a rich academic environment. The seminar not only expanded participants’ understanding of the impact of technology on attention but also contributed to the cross-cultural exchange of knowledge and ideas.
As the Monday RIN seminar continues to serve as a platform for cutting-edge discussions, Prof. Daniel Le Roux’s lecture left attendees with a deeper appreciation for the intricate relationship between technology and attention in our digitalized world.
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