Tough call on this one. I see some learning opportunities with cell phones, especially smart phones, if they are accessible to every student.
BUT,
As a former teacher I was amazed out how my students tried to sneak out their phone during class activities, or, as one student did, blatantly use his phone as I was beginning class and looking directly at him.
The administration would really have to promote the use of cell phones as a learning tool and not as a privilege. So, in short, if you are going to allow cell phones in schools, better have an educational reason for them.
Tough call on this one. I see some learning opportunities with cell phones, especially smart phones, if they are accessible to every student.
BUT,
As a former teacher I was amazed out how my students tried to sneak out their phone during class activities, or, as one student did, blatantly use his phone as I was beginning class and looking directly at him.
The administration would really have to promote the use of cell phones as a learning tool and not as a privilege. So, in short, if you are going to allow cell phones in schools, better have an educational reason for them.
My quick thought,
~Kyle~