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C- This image was made in August of 2012.
R-This information relates to my topic because it shows the history teacher telling kids to take out their phones for history purposes.
A- It was published by website called Pinterest.
A-This information supports my claim because it tells that teachers can use devices to help with schoolwork getting done.
P- The purpose of this information is to show that using devices casn help kids learn in a more fun way then just a paper and pencil.

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Upcoming Mobile Phones – August 2012 | Teacher cartoon, History teachers, Teachers illustration

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C- This picture was made on June 3rd of 2017.
R- This information relates to my topic because its showing that the student was only looking up help for her work, but the teacher said no phones even though he was only getting help.
A- This was made by par liv2003 and was published on Storyboard That.
A- This evidence supports my claim because it showing that even though the phone was being useful, it still was taken away by the teacher. P- The purpose of this information was to show that even phones look bad, they can actually be a good learning helper.
P- The purpose of this information is to show that students don't always use their phones for online purposes. They sometimes use it for help.

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OH NO REALLY﻿

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YOU DO KNOW THAT PHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM! i WILL BE TAKING IT THIS MINUTE!﻿﻿

ARE YOU SIRI-OUS SIR!!! ﻿

During a high school Maths class a young student called Lucy is on her phone reading private messages.

At that moment her teacher Mr Apple swings around and starts walking angrily towards her. Lucy was worried as their were ﻿very strict rules about use of phones in the classroom.

Mr Apple tries to enforce the rules by yelling angrily at Lucy.

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Comic Strip Telephone injustice Storyboard par liv2003

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Texte du Storyboard OH NO REALLY﻿ ﻿ YOU DO KNOW THAT PHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM! i WILL BE TAKING IT THIS MINUTE!﻿﻿ ARE YOU SIRI-OUS SIR!!! ﻿ During a high school Maths class a young student called Lucy is on her phone reading private messages.

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C-This article does not proposed an exact date on when this was made.
R- This information relates to my topice because it gives 11 reasons by a adult on why cell phones should be allowed in schools.
A-This article was made by Tom Vandzer and was published on a website called Student Tutor.
A- This article supports my claim because it gives off reasons on why phones should be allowed in schools.
P-The purpose of this information is to show that phones can really help you out with answers and their are some websites out their that can help you out like Brainly.com.

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C-This Aricle was originally created in Feb 5th, of 2020.
R-Its an article that explains why phones shouldn't  be allowed in schools.
A-The Publisher is Dward C. Balg

and was published by USA TODAY.

A-This information is against my claim because it says that students can cheat,text, and play apps on their phone, while in class.
P- The purpose of this information is here because some people just dont want to have phones in school,  because they cna be a distraction to the kids.

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Should you let your kids have a cellphone in school?

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Digital device policies are all over the map in U.S. schools. Parents and teachers are divided on whether to curb or ban phone use on school grounds.

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C-This video was originally created on December 3rd, of 2020.
R-The video gives reasons on why phones should be allowed in schools.
A-It was made by New EdTech Classroom,  a youtube channel that explains things should or shountn't be happening.
A-it supports my claim becauseits giving reason why we should have phone sin school instead of discarding them.
P-Some of their reasonings are pretty good and its tryting to persuade teachers to change their ways of cellphones.

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Should Students Be Allowed to Use Cell Phones in Schools?

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C-This picture was made on June 3rd of 2019.
R-This information supports my topic because its saying that phones can be a learning help for stuff like math.
A-It says it was made by 3065b2d2

but was publshed by StoryboardThat.
A-This information supports my claim because its saying phone are kinda like a tutor that can help you get your work done.
P-The purpose of this information is to tell kids and adults that you celliar devices can help you get your work done, and understand it at the same time.

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Give that phone to me! Phones aren't allowed in school hours.﻿

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﻿So, in other words I had my phone out in the hallway looking up examples to help me in math, and I got in trouble.

﻿Well, Schools should allow students to use phones in class because phones can be a good learning guide for students and in case of emergencies it's good to be able to contact someone. ﻿﻿

﻿﻿Sure!

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Homework 1.) 4x+8y=8.75x+6y 2.) 2m4n+8m=6m7.9n+9

In the article Smartphones Will Benefit Classroom Learning, it says that, "Use the students' tools for learning just like we used students' tools ...The technology today is mobile-thats how kids need to learn"(Soloway).

﻿Can I take a picutre of the homework?

Others say that phones in class can be a disruption. Despite that, if it becomes an issue they can leave the classroom if they need to contact someone.

May I go look at the text my mom sent me? It's about my schedule.

In the article Allowing Cell Phones in Schools, it says," Students already had the devices and parents want to be able to connect with their children throughout the school day...Schools began to think of ways they could use them in classrooms, rather than thinking they are distractions "(Walker).

Yes, you may.

Use the calculator or your phones to answer this next problem.﻿

This shows that phones can be used in the classroom without it being a disruption. For example, if you don't have a calculator there is one on your phone.

4b+87x=24.5x+0.2b

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Storyboard Text Give that phone to me! Phones aren't allowed in school hours.﻿ ﻿ ﻿So, in other words I had my phone out in the hallway looking up examples to help me in math, and I got in trouble.

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C-This video was mad on January 3rd of 2020.
R-This information relates to my topic because its telling to how to convince your school to have your cell phone in school.
A-This video was made by BRIGHT SIDE.
A-This evidence supports my claim because its giving reasons why cell phones should be n school, like if something bad happened and you need to let your parents know.
P-The purpose of this information is to convince your teachers on why phones should be in school.

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Why We Think Cell Phones Should Be Allowed in School

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C-This picture was originally created in August 25th, of 2015.
R-This information relates to my topic because  it saying that if they can study online, they can get good grades.
A-It doesnt say who made it but it was published by Times Reporter.
A-It supports my claim because it shows kid focusing by listening to music, and watching videos on how to do said lesson.
P-The purpose of this information is to show that stuff like phones can benefit a kids grade.

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A recent decision by the Ministry of Education to allow students to use mobile phones while at school has been met with skepticism , with parents and teachers alike questioning the rationale behind the move.

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By A recent decision by the Ministry of Education to allow students to use mobile phones while at school has been met with skepticism , with parents and teachers alike questioning the rationale behind the move.

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C- This article was made April 22, 2019.
R- This information relates to my topic because it gives reasons why phones should and shouldn't be in school.
A-This was made by Attention and Focus Technology and was posted on Oxflord learning.
A- This information both supports and goes aggainst my claim because it gives reasons on why phones should be in school, like for help, and reasons it shouldn't like cyberbullying.
P- The purpose of this information is to give reasons why phones should and shouldn't be in school.

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These days, more and more students are bringing cell phones to class. Even elementary school-aged students have cell phones in their pockets and backpacks.

However, the news of Ontario's decision to ban cell phones in classrooms opens again the debate about whether or not students should have cellphones in school. It also brings up the question of whether it's possible for technology to exist in the classroom as a learning tool-rather than simply a distraction.

Ontario's Classroom Cell Phone Ban

Starting in September 2019, cell phones will be banned in Ontario classrooms during instructional time.

The new ban means elementary and secondary school students won't be able to use their cellphones in the classroom unless it is for educational purposes, medical reasons, or as a support for students with special needs. How the ban is enforced will be up to individual boards and schools.

By banning cellphones, Ontario's Education Ministry hopes to remove distractions so students can focus on acquiring foundational learning skills they need, including reading, writing and math.

The decision and renewed debate has many teachers and parents left wondering: can cell phones ever really benefit students in class, or are they best left tucked away?

Read on to learn more about the pros and cons of students having cell phones in school.

Cell Phone Use In The Classroom

Students check their phones in the classroom an average of more than 11 times a day. That can add up to a lot of time spent distracted from schoolwork. And when students are distracted, it's a recipe for extra stress, frustration, and catch-up time for everyone.

With students spending up to 20% of their in-class time texting, emailing, and checking social media, it's no wonder the debate about cell phones in the classroom is alive and well.

Students check their cell phones in the classroom more than 11 times a day.
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Learn more about the pros and cons of students bringing their cell phones into the classroom.

How Cell Phones Can Be Used Effectively In the Classroom

If properly managed, cell phones can be used as tools to help children learn in the classroom. The following are some of the pros of allowing cell phones in school:

1. Using educational learning apps

Cell phones give students access to tools and apps that can help them complete and stay on top of their class work. These tools can also teach students to develop better study habits, like time management and organization skills.

2. Incorporating digital platforms into lessons

Using social media can keep students interested in class and encourage them to participate in the discussion. Some teachers create twitter hashtags or message boards students can use during class discussions to share thoughts and ideas. This can be especially helpful for students who might not be comfortable speaking in class.

3. Supplementing lessons with digital materials

Teachers can take advantage of cell phones by providing students with resources to find more information about a topic. This can include videos, news stories, online discussion groups, and more. Allowing students to access these resources in class can help encourage participation and discussions.

4. Providing easy access to more information

Cell phones can give students access to more information, letting them research more about a topic while having class discussions. This is especially true for current events that have not yet been covered in school textbooks.

The Drawbacks Of Allowing Cell Phones In Classrooms

While cell phones can be used as learning tools, it is a challenge to make sure students are using them for school-related tasks. A cell phone can easily turn from "classroom learning tool" into "classroom disruption".

Cons of allowing cell phones in school include:

1. Distractions and interruptions

When students use their cell phones to check social media and text their friends in class, it leads to distractions for those students as well as for their peers. This can cause disruptions in class, particularly if the teacher is constantly telling students to turn their devices off.

2. Cyberbullying

Cell phones can also lead to increased problems with bullying on the schoolground. Cyberbullying can be harder to see than other forms of bullying, making it difficult for teachers to identify and stop when it is happening.

3. Cheating

Cell phones can be a helpful learning tool in class. But they can also be used by students to access information while taking a test, leading to cheating. Even if a student isn't caught, this can lead to him or her having a poor understanding of the material in the future, and is unfair to students who studied hard to do well.

4. Disconnection from face-to-face activities

While cell phones can help encourage participation by offering different channels, this can also lead to less in-person discussion and fewer learning opportunities. Learning to work together with others is an important part of students' education, and can be lost with too much dependence on cell phones and other digital technology.

The Bottom Line: Should Students Have Cell Phones In School?

There's no easy answer: there are both pros and cons to students having cell phones in school. Although they can be used as a learning tool in the classroom, this only works as long as students use them effectively.

This means for teachers who decide to use cell phones (or any other digital device) as part of their lessons, it's important to set ground rules and keep a close eye on how they are being used.

Where do you stand on the cell phone debate? Let us know by tweeting @oxfordlearning on Twitter!

Related Resources:

Is Multitasking Bad For Students?
How To Study Without Being Distracted

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Should students have cell phones in the classroom? Learn more about the pros and cons of students having cell phones in school, and weigh in on the debate.

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C- This article was made onOctober 25th of 2019.
R-This informatuion relates to my topic because it gives reasons on why phones should be allowed in schools.
A- These reasons were made by  Kennedy Warneke and was published by Pierce Public Schools.
A- This information supports my claim because it gives off good reasons why phones should be allowed in school while in class.
P- The purpose of this information is to tell teachers thay phones will be alright to have in school, just maybe you have to moniter to make sure nobody is on other things.

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Having your phone during school in today's world is one way teens feel more safe while attending school for the day. The school handbook states that if a student is caught using their phone without permission during the day then they will have in-school suspension. In the situation of emergencies, students are instructed to sit in the office and make a call, but in the case of a school shooting, students don't have their phones to call for help or even call their parents. Allowing phones in school will also give the students another research tool, considering our computers have many sites blocked. Cell phones can also be used as a reminder tool for students homework assignments because most students don't have a planner to write their assignments in and some can't remember what they had for homework. Teachers can also use phones during school to send out a message to all the students if they need to remind them on a subject they forgot to mention during class. Students can also use cell phones to access Google Calendar and other apps to let the students become more independent. Although cell phones can provide somewhat of a distraction during class, they can also be an asset to the student by teaching them responsibility and preparing them for their future jobs while also giving them the assurance that they are safe.

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Pierce Public Schools - 5 Reasons Why Phones Should be Allowed in School

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by Kennedy Warneke Having your phone during school in today's world is one way teens feel more safe while attending school for the day. The school handbook states that if a student is caught using their phone without permission during the day then they will have in-school suspension.

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C-This article was made on June 11th, of 2018.
R-This information relates to my topic because it talks about the pros and cons about having a cell phone in class.
A-This was made by Derrick Meador and was published by  ThoughtsCo..
A-Their passage is both for and against my claim because it gives reasons why phones should or shouldn't be in school.
P-The purpose of this information was to tell teachers that cellphones don't have so many bad things in school. Sure they do have some, but they have pros for in school too.

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One of the more controversial and most discussed issues that school administrators face on a daily basis is where they stand with students and cell phones. It seems that virtually every school takes a different stance on the issue of cell phones in school. No matter what your school's policy is, there is no way to completely keep all students from bringing their phones unless you do student searches every day, which is simply not feasible. Administrators must evaluate the pros and cons of allowing cell phones in schools and make a decision based on their own student population.

The fact is that almost every household owns multiple cell phones. The age of students who own a cell phone has progressively been trending downward. It has become increasingly common for students as young as five to possess a cell phone. This generation of students are digital natives and thus experts when it comes to technology. Most of them can text with their eyes closed. They are often far more adept than most adults at using their cell phones for many purposes.

Should Cell Phones Be Banned or Embraced in Schools?

There are essentially three core stances most school districts have taken with their cell phone policies. One such policy basically bans their students from having their cell phones at all. If students are caught with their cell phones, then they can be confiscated or fined. In some cases, the student may be suspended. Another common cell phone policy allows students to bring their cell phones to school. Students are allowed to use them during non-instructional times such as time in between classes and lunch. If students are caught with them in class, then they are confiscated from the student. Another cell phone policy is leaning towards a shift in administrators thinking. Students are not only allowed to possess and use their cell phones, but they're also encouraged to use them in class as learning tools. Teachers incorporate the use of cell phones regularly into their lessons for purposes such as research.

Districts that ban their students from having their cell phones or limit their usage do this for a variety of reasons. Those include not wanting it to make it easy for students to cheat, being afraid that students are sending inappropriate content, playing games, or even setting up drug deals. Teachers also feel like they are distracting and disrespectful. All of these are valid concerns and are why this is such a hot issue among school administrators.

The movement towards embracing the use of cell phones by students begins with educating students on proper use of phones at school. Administrators who are shifting towards this policy often say that they are fighting an uphill battle with a policy that has a complete or partial ban on cell phone possession and use. Administrators who have transitioned to this type of policy say that their job has become much easier and that they have far fewer issues of cell phone abuse than they did under other policies.

This type of policy also clears the way for teachers to embrace cell phones as an instructional tool. Teachers who have elected to use cell phones in their daily lessons say that their students are actively engaged and more attentive than they typically are. A cell phone can be a powerful educational tool. Smartphones have the ability to provide students with so much information in an instant that teachers cannot deny that they can be powerful tools that enhance learning in the classroom.

Many teachers are using them for a variety of purposes such as small group projects with research races or text competitions for correct answers. The website polleverywhere.com allows teachers to pose a question to their students. The students then text their answers to a particular number that the teacher provides them. The website collects the data and puts it into a graph, where teachers can project their answers on a smart board and discuss the answer choices with the class. The results of these activities have been very positive. Teachers, administrators, and students have all provided positive feedback. Many teachers and students would argue that it is time to move into the 21st century and begin using the resources we have available to engage our students in the learning process more readily.

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Should Schools Ban or Embrace Cell Phones?

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One of the more controversial and most discussed issues that school administrators face on a daily basis is where they stand with students and cell phones. It seems that virtually every school takes a different stance on the issue of cell phones in school.