What is a "Classroom Phone"? The Most Authoritative Explanation.

Should teachers allow cell phone use in the classroom?

Allowing cell phone use in the classroom can be beneficial if teachers can manage smart student cell phone use in the classroom. Smart cell phone use includes allowing students to check their phones during independent work. And likewise, students also know not to engage with their phones during instruction time and group work.

Should cell phones be banned in class?

Rather than automatically banning cell phones in class, many teachers try to create a thoughtful policy with student buy-in instead. Here are some of their thoughts: “Phone separation causes anxiety. Think about how you feel when you forget or lose your phone. Same (or worse) for kids. Teach them to use their personal electronics appropriately.

Are cell phones bad for students?

Adding to the negativity, cell phone use amongst students has also drastically increased cheating and copying, it can hinder student sleep, and student cell phone use can contribute to feelings of depression and anxiety. However, we needn’t dwell on the negatives. I've also seen the value that cell phones can bring to education.

What if a student is caught using a phone during class?

Schools typically have rules in place on what to do if a student is caught using a phone during class (keep the phone until the end of the day, have a parent pick up the phone, etc.). Make sure you know this policy BEFORE you have to enforce it, that way students, parents, and administrators will be on the same page.