Shlomo Benartzi
What’s inside
In ‘The Smarter Screen,’ author Shlomo Benartzi delves into how digital screens, from smartphones to computers, fundamentally alter our decision-making, habits, and cognition. Leveraging insights from behavioral economics, psychology, and his own research, Benartzi explores the complex interplay between technology and the human mind. The book presents a nuanced understanding of the digital landscape, offering strategies for optimizing screen use to enhance learning, productivity, and well-being. Through engaging anecdotes and rigorous analysis, ‘The Smarter Screen’ illuminates the unseen forces screens exert on our daily lives.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the psychological effects of screen use
- Learning strategies to enhance productivity and learning through screens
- Gaining insights into the design of digital interfaces to minimize distractions
- Appreciating the broader societal implications of our growing reliance on screens
Key Points
- The Unseen Influence of Screens on Decision-Making
- How Digital Interfaces Shape Our Habits
- Optimizing Screen Use for Better Learning and Productivity
- Leveraging Behavioral Economics to Design More Effective Screens
- Strategies for Minimizing Digital Distractions
- The Future of Screen Technology and Its Societal Impact
Who’s it For
- Technology enthusiasts
- Psychologists and behavioral economists
- Educators
- Anyone interested in the impact of digital technology on society
- Professionals looking to optimize screen use for productivity
About the author
Shlomo Benartzi is a pioneer in the field of behavioral economics, blending psychology and economics to understand how people make decisions in the digital age. He is a professor and co-founder of the Behavioral Decision-Making Group at UCLA. His research focuses on human behavior and how technology can be used to positively influence decisions and habits.