cellphones in classrooms
As much as I was shown the advantages and disadvantages of using cellphones in classrooms i will state as my opinion that the cons outweigh the pros. I have been told that cellphone can be used on class as polls and as a collaboration tool, however cellphones are probably the major distraction for students especially teenagers hence some schools move towards banning them in school.
from the activity I have gained some insight into the policies that are necessary for students bringing cellphones to the class-- they need permission from parents and mostly they need a strict set of classroom rules for using them. this activity was very interesting even though i did not totally agree with everything that was mentioned. I encourage my colleagues to read more on cellphones in classroom and see if they can agree that it is tool that can enhance learning. some may say they can be used as calculators or even for taking pictures for posting on social networks so the class may comment.I usually hear students raising points to allow the use in class but I stick to my opinion that it is not allowed. maybe for older and mature students it may work but for the teenagers I would reject it.
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