Teachers at Utah's largest high school are implementing a new approach in the Fall to address cellphone distractions in classrooms. The initiative aims to reduce disruptions and enhance student focus, potentially setting a precedent for other schools. High school teachers report significant challenges with student cellphone distractions compared to middle and elementary school teachers.
We've heard loud and clear from Alberta teachers and parents: cell phones, texting, and social media are a distraction inside our classrooms. It's time teachers receive the support they need to limit classroom distractions and ensure Alberta's students reach their goals in a… https://t.co/km5rmDlEHL
72% of high school teachers say that students being distracted by cellphones is a major problem in their classroom, compared with 33% of middle school teachers and 6% of elementary school teachers. https://t.co/BX4kVX3sLD https://t.co/YE2cJxvYGL
Cellphones are disrupting classrooms. What are schools doing about them? https://t.co/9CLQF2LmyA
Let’s disconnect from our devices, and start connecting with the people around us! This summer, we’re encouraging all Utahns to have a phone-free Friday, or at least one day a week. #OneUtah https://t.co/B2OtPXxBk8
Teachers at Utah’s largest high school are done taking away cell phones from students. They’re trying something new in the Fall, and if they’re successful, other schools might do the same. @erincoxnews has the story: https://t.co/RiOk7DLzoF