Why Are Cell Phones Feared In Schools?

Phone technology has been upgrading and updating for years now, and that’s obvious, and that means that this generation is filled with it. While it’s upgrading it’s also becoming more in demand than before. The world is starting taking it to another level, so there are also the downsides of these phones, the downsides that make this technology distracting, making people to beleive they shouldn’t be alowed in class. While it is true, phones can be a distraction sometimes, if the students are monitered the right way and know exactly what they are doing, phones just might be able to work out. With proper use, phones should be alowed in school.

With the statements given by my evidence, it is true that phones are useful and well used tools when students and teachers have the proper websites and apps to go to for specific things. This is good because the technology is so easy to use and is good at keeping track of things you need to do or have already done such as tests and/or quizzes.

Another reason that kids should have phones during school is that an emergency can happen at anytime and if a kid needs to contact their parent, they can use their phone. Although most to all classrooms have phones, for every kid to wait during an emergency to call their parents can be scary and most kids would like to contact their parents as soon as possible and for as long as they want or need.

The article “Lift the Cell Phone Ban”, David Rapp (2009) addresses cell phones more as a positive impact in classrooms because there are more social apps, reminders such as alarms and calendar events, and provide accessibility. Teachers let students use their cell phones for school purposes instead of being seen as a distraction. After an experiment using Bluetooth networking teachers realized information sharing provided as useful. Having teachers get out of the box intimidates some, but it would be a better idea to give the students a chance since it is a part of their everyday lives. The GoKnow program turns a cell phone into a valuable tool for teachers and students to use for educational purposes and easier to turn in documents. David

Many students have used their cell phones to share answers to tests and quizzes, and to report inaccurate and offensive information about other students and their school. Cell phones can be distractions in the school environment, evading classroom time and reducing student’s academic success.

First of all schools are strict about not allowing phones. Which it could help students concentrate better if teachers let them listen to music. It could help them stay on task and work harder. Music will help students relax so, this lets their brains have a break from thinking so much. Cellphones can also replace computers. Which not every school gives kids computers nor, do they have them. Researchers say that “ The students started doing their homework and they did work in class” (Halla is a teacher and he did a study on his students) The students did their work because he allowed them to use their cellphones. There are many learning apps they can use on their phones as a study tool. Some students learn better this way. They comprehend it more than they would writing it down and then reading it.

Many teachers believe that cell phones don’t belong in a classroom because there are several disadvantages. An example maybe a student who uses a cell phone in class has no intension in listening or paying attention to the teacher. This student has a short attention span who cares about socializing more than his/her education. Cell phones can be very disruptive; they can invade people’s privacy and can also be used as harassment or bullying. The usage of cell phones is creating a huge problem particularly when they are used in school.

Cell phones can be such a big distraction that it can take away from kids education.

If phones where allowed at school it will help for a lot of this such as what if you forgot something or you don't feel well you can call your parents to tell them.

Put on a pair of headphones, and crank up the Radiohead. Or, if music is a distraction in itself, just put on the headphones with no music. It will help block out the surrounding sound, while making people think you can't hear them. When cackling cubicle neighbor comes over to ask if you got her forwarded email about why men are like monkeys only uglier, pretend you can't hear her. Bob your head up and down like you've never heard Jimi jam like this before.”(Leo Babauta num 4) As i said your phone really can help keep distractions out not only in your job but anywhere you are trying to get something done. Some people may argue that Cell phones are actually one of the biggest distractions not only in class but wherever you go “Many people say that smartphones have made our lives easier by giving us instant access to the latest news and information. With just the tap of a finger, we can find our way around an unfamiliar city, discover new music, or research stats about our favorite athletes.”(Keen para2) But if you think about it music is one of the best ways to drown out distractions and help you focus

The next topic of discussion is cell phones in classrooms. The article being summarized is entitled The Only Thing We Have to Fear is…120 Characters. In this article, Kevin Thomas and Christy McGee (2012) make arguments for the use of cellphones in classrooms in spite of the fact that 69% have banned them. This paper responds to the many reasons for disallowing their use, and then it goes on to highlight some ideas about why cell phones should be used as educational tools. Both sides of the discussion certainly make valid points.

Many schools across the United States, believe that cell phones have no place in school because they are distracting and students won’t be able to focus on schoolwork. Many school officials are only looking at the drawbacks of phones in schools, and not the good things. Cell phones can be an aid in the classroom. They can be used to look up information, be used as calculators, and writing notes to save paper. "The reason we went to that policy was hopefully to prepare young adults to turn their phones off when they 're supposed to be off and to use them in the right way,” said James Hawrysko the Dean of Students at Barrington

The opportunity to have phones in class is great because they are a useful tool. They provide easy access research, learning games/apps, calculators, agenda, and etc. In case of an emergency, a student can reach out to grab their phone to call home or their parents/guardian. The emergency could be them forgetting to bring in something important, asking questions for their parents, and etc. Also, phones lets students to be organized with school work and to stay on task. For example, they can used for marking down any important reminders so they can get notifications, jot down notes for studying, and take pictures of documents in case they aren’t going to be in the next day. Another benefit that phones offers is to make students study more. Lastly, the phones can avoid double standards. Yes not all students think the same way, but some students do feel this way. Having to rights to use phones and teachers too everyone is satisfied, yet if only a teacher uses theirs then some students can start to get envy, and think that the school is not being fair with their rules. Once you hear the positive sides about phones in classrooms, you start to think it´s a bright idea.

Cell phones can be very disruptive and distracting, especially during a class. In the blog, “Can Cell Phones Be Educational Tools?”, a student pointed out that with internet, students can go on their phones during class, pretending to be doing work. With these devices, it is very easy to hide what you’re doing and the teacher can never be 100% sure that their students are doing what they are supposed to do. If phones were allowed in the class, during tests students could use them to cheat by either looking up answers or texting another student. Cell phones are small, handheld objects that can easily be hidden. Any ringing or vibrating from texts or calls would disrupt the entire class, making it hard for them to actually learn. According to a poll conducted by Common Sense Media, 50% of teens feel that they are addicted to their phones and 80% check their phones hourly. If half of the teenagers ages 12-18 feel that they are addicted and more

Today, electronics have become important in our daily life. Even Though modern electronics help make our lives simpler, but it can also be utilized negatively. Smartphones are no longer used only for texting and calling. They are high-tech devices that can access the internet, emails, and social media. However, arguments on whether these functions are necessary for students in high school are beginning to surface. Despite the fact that phones can be utilized educationally and serve as a learning too, this same technology can also be utilized negatively at the wrong time. In agreement with many teachers, “a fair amount of teachers say cell phones have officially replaced chewing gum as the new classroom menace. Constant ringing, chirping, buzzing and texting are interfering with lessons and student learning, and some students are storing notes on their cell phones to cheat on tests”(Hart). In order for kids to learn in a fair and healthy setting, smart phones should not be allowed in school environment because of the potential for distractions and cheatings; furthermore, it can also cause degeneration of social skills.