They Behave For Me Mobile phones, private schools, and the need for long term memory strategies
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Mar 14, 2025 Discover the challenges of mobile phone access in schools and its impact on children's safety. Explore the alarming effects of social media, particularly gambling ads, on youth decision-making. Delve into the enrollment trends revealing parents' motivations for choosing private education. Learn about the critical importance of long-term memory retention in effective learning. Finally, enjoy a humorous take on the balance of creativity in education and the vital role of teachers in fostering respect and knowledge in the classroom.
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Bluntness and Readership
- Adam Boxer recounts receiving a voice note criticizing his lack of bluntness about education books.
- He discusses a blog post by Dr. Gary Brown about the low citation count of education research papers, implying many go unread.
Blogs vs. Books
- The line between blog posts and books has blurred, raising concerns about the substance of educational books.
- Adam Boxer notes that while blogs were often idea-driven, books should be more substantial and weighty.
Dangers of Unfettered Access
- Amy Forrester expresses strong disapproval of children's unrestricted internet and social media access.
- She cites concerns about online predators, lack of parental responsibility, and the exploitation of young people by algorithms.