Impact of Smartphone Distractions in Classrooms

Smartphones have become a significant source of distraction in classrooms, where students often focus more on their devices than on lessons. Teachers report that students engage in activities like scrolling social media, taking selfies, or watching videos instead of participating in class. This distraction not only hampers learning but also contributes to a chaotic classroom environment, making it difficult for teachers to maintain attention. The teachers described feelings of frustration as their efforts to teach were continuously interrupted by students' preoccupation with their phones.