Medienhandeln von Kindern im Kontext des Schulübertritts

This study examines how children use modern media while experiencing the change-sensitive phase of transitioning from primary school to secondary education. Theoretically, the work is based on theories and approaches from media education, socialisation theory, educational science and communication science, and is therefore interdisciplinary. An innovative multi-methods design was chosen to address the research questions, which involved the use of a diary as well as guided interviews. The study’s findings reveal a transformation in children’s usage of such media due to changes in their daily routines, among other things. Moreover, the importance of smartphones in this context became strikingly clear.