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Phones in the Classroom Aren’t the Problem, Student Engagement Is
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s recent proposal to ban cellphones in New York schools has sparked a heated debate. Advocates argue that phones are a major distraction, pulling students away from learning and exacerbating mental health issues. On the surface, it seems like a simple solution: remove the distraction, and students will focus. But as someone who...
By Carrieann Sipos | March 27, 2025