Should schools ban cellphones? - Harvard Gazette
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Laurie Santos emphasizes the importance of educational experiences outside the classroom, highlighting that significant learning occurs in schools and social settings that may often be overlooked.
Samantha Laine Perfas discusses a movement to ban cellphones in schools, noting that some states have implemented restrictions to reduce distractions and enhance face-to-face interactions among students.
Joy McGrath explains that St. Andrew's School has maintained a longstanding ban on cellphones, given the potential benefits of reduced distractions and more meaningful social interactions among students.
Susan Linn raises concerns about the impact of technology on children's well-being and advocates for reconsidering the role of devices in educational settings and their influence on youth.
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