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Whether to allow student use of mobile phones in school is a controversial topic in education. Both teachers and parents are concerned about distractibility, as well as other issues, like cyberbullying. However, using mobile phones in classrooms also has benefits, such as learning opportunities, and easy contact with parents. What do experts think about thisRead more

Whether to allow student use of mobile phones in school is a controversial topic in education. Both teachers and parents are concerned about distractibility, as well as other issues, like cyberbullying. However, using mobile phones in classrooms also has benefits, such as learning opportunities, and easy contact with parents. What do experts think about thisRead more

How and when should students access digital devices in the classroom is a constant challenge for schools. If we think of mobile phones for example, whilst some schools ban their use in the classroom, others use them as learning tools with very positive results. Catherine Smith, an expert in education equity and digital technologies inRead more

Whilst some schools have implemented restrictions on students’ mobile phones use, some educators are cautious against all-out bans, saying the phones can be useful and help parents stay in touch during emergencies. Elizabeth Kline, vice president for education of Common Sense Media said that educators should “have a plan, not a ban.” She pointed outRead more

Parents are taking the school phone bans into their OWN hands. Parents want their kids to be able to contact them through the day, and likewise, they want to be able to contact their kids if needed. We live in a world where this is possible, and many parents feel that this is something theyRead more