Leslie Haddon

Leslie Haddon is a Lecturer in the Department of Media and Communications at the London School of Economics (LSE). He holds a PhD from Imperial College London, an MA from the University of Birmingham, and a degree from the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on ICT domestication, children's internet use, mobile phone practices, and the social shaping of technology. Haddon has been a core researcher in major projects like EU Kids Online, Net Children Go Mobile, and Toddlers and Tablets, examining digital media's impact on families and youth. He teaches courses on media, technology, and everyday life.

• Education: PhD (Imperial College London), MA (Birmingham), BA (Cambridge)

His work bridges academic and policy realms, addressing risks/opportunities of digital technologies for children. Key contributions include analyzing mobile phone adoption in Korea, telepresence research, and evaluating internet safety frameworks. Haddon’s publications span domestication theory, ICT policy, and generational media use, with recent focus on early childhood digital media engagement.