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education1 year ago•5 min saved

"Rethinking Cellphones in Schools: The Push for Total Bans"

Teachers are urging parents to stop texting their kids during school hours, as constant interruptions and distractions from smartphones are affecting students' learning and mental health. They recommend limiting non-urgent communication, turning off notifications, and phasing in limits for anxious children. Some suggest confiscating old phones and enforcing stricter cellphone policies in schools to reduce distractions and improve focus on learning.

via The Associated Press|

#cellphone-policy #education #parenting

education1 year ago•6 min saved

"States Push for School Cell Phone Bans to Curb Classroom Distractions"

Teachers across the United States are increasingly advocating for the banning of smartphones in classrooms due to the pervasive distractions they cause, including watching Netflix, using gambling apps, and sending Snapchat messages. Several states, including Florida, Utah, Oklahoma, Vermont, and Kansas, have introduced legislation to enforce "phone-free schools," with some already implementing bans on student cellphone use during class time. While some students and parents express concerns about being cut off from communication, educators argue that removing phones from classrooms has led to increased student engagement and improved learning outcomes.

via The Associated Press|

#cellphone-bans #education #education-reform