Most schools have policies that do Not allow cellphones, or many other electronic devices, in the classroom. This is a policy held widely by elementary, middle and high schools as well as colleges and universities. As an instructor this is a correct and necessary policy. Cellphones are distracting in the classroom. It makes it difficult for instructors to teach and for other students to learn. Many students with cellphones in the classroom ignore the lesson and are busy texting on their cellphone. All cellphones should be turned off and put away during classtime. Even, laptops can be as distraction for students. Many students play games, text or surf the internet with their laptops during class not paying attention to the teacher or the lesson. When class begins it should books open, pencil and paper out and all electronic devices, including cellphones, should be turned off and put away.
Last edited by Craig58; 02/25/09 11:58 PM.