Should Students be Allowed Cell Phones in School?
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Navigating Cell Phone Policies in Schools
This chapter delves into the increasing implementation of cell phone policies in educational settings, particularly highlighting experiences from schools like Santa Clara High and those in the Oakland Unified School District. It captures the diverse reactions from students and educators regarding phone use during school hours and discusses the balance between managing distractions and enhancing classroom engagement. Additionally, the chapter addresses the psychological effects of phone dependency and suggests mindfulness techniques to help students adapt to phone-free environments.
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