BC Government cell phone regulations
While the internet offers plenty of benefits, it also portrays some drawbacks. Devices are becoming more and more advanced, and while some schools try to keep up with improvements, others have opted on limiting the amount of practice.
A few disadvantages that specifically cell phones and tablets acquire, include the amount of distractions they cause. When a device vibrates or lights up, it doesn’t only distract that individual, but also the peers around them. It is quite challenging for some people to ignore a notification, and if they can’t see it immediately it can cause unnecessary anxiety and stress.
Additionally, even if students are meant to use their devices for educational use, that privilege can often be mistreated and can result in students being engaged in something irrelevant.
Lastly, smartphones and tablets have the ability to create a digital divide between students as some don’t have access to devices like these at home. If students would like to work on projects at home but don’t have access to technology, that leaves them with limited time to finish their work.
I enjoyed using the science journal app because I like how it offers varying level of assignments for all grades. I also like the idea that you could get students to do experiments independently, in pairs, groups, or even as a whole class all together.
