overview of cellphones in class

Mobile phones in the classroom have always been a controversial topic. Some teachers worry about the potential for student distraction, while others have decided to use them because they offer some positive learning benefits. The reality is that students, especially those ages 12-18, use smartphones on a daily basis. For most, smartphones are their device of choice, and nearly all 95% of all teens have them (Pew Research, 2018). Because this device is so commonplace, it makes sense to leverage its benefits.

From a distance learning perspective, a smartphone is a tool that can be used for research, as a mobile diary, a voice recorder, for making videos, and much more. As a modern educator, you need to learn how to promote the educational uses of smartphones in a constructive way that supports learning.

While there are some teachers who remain against phones in the classroom, there is no denying the benefits especially, in a distance learning scenario. No matter what age group you teach, a smartphone can improve the efficiency of your classroom. For example, if you teach pre-school, i check out apps like ABCmouse, Hungry Caterpillar Play School, and many more. People across the globe and in every industry are taking advantage of the iOS platform and smartphone devices. Despite concerns over the improper use of mobile devices in the classroom (online or physical), these devices have a role to play in motivating student engagement with content and learning.