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Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog on if allowing your child to study while on facebook is morally irresponsible.\nEpisode 659: Is Allowing Your Child to Study While on Facebook Morally Irresponsible? by Cal Newport on Parenting & Homework\nCal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004.\nIn addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our\xa0digital age as a professor, Newport\xa0also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.\nHis most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals\xa0who\xa0cultivate their ability to concentrate\xa0without distraction will thrive.\nThe original post is located here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2010/06/10/is-allowing-your-child-to-study-while-on-facebook-morally-equivalent-to-drinking-while-pregnant/\nVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com\xa0& in\xa0The O.L.D. Facebook Group\nand\xa0Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices