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Belgian Region Bans Mobile Phone Use at Schools

Belgian Region Bans Mobile Phone Use at Schools

In response to growing concerns about cyberbullying and distractions, Belgium’s French-speaking regions have instituted a ban on mobile phones in schools. This move aims to enhance focus, promote face-to-face interactions, and protect student mental health. While primary and secondary schools must comply, the decentralized Flanders region allows individual schools to set their own rules. Exceptions exist for educational uses […]

Slovakia Bans Mobile Phones in Primary Schools

Slovakia Bans Mobile Phones in Primary Schools

Slovakia’s recent ban on mobile phones in primary schools aims to improve student focus, educational outcomes, and mental well-being. This decision is influenced by evidence linking mobile phone use to reduced academic performance and impaired concentration. The ban seeks to address parental concerns about cyberbullying while fostering a balanced approach to technology use. Schools face significant enforcement challenges, requiring robust monitoring and […]

Cyprus Plans to Ban Mobile Phones in Schools

Cyprus to Ban Phones in Schools

The Cyprus government is considering banning mobile phones in schools to combat classroom distractions and declining educational outcomes. Aligning with Unesco’s recommendations, proponents such as the OELMEK Teachers’ Union argue that the ban would enhance focus and reduce cyberbullying, mirroring successful bans in countries like France and Australia. However, opponents, including the Commissioner for Children’s Rights, emphasize the importance of digital literacy and […]

Greece Bans Cell Phone Use in Classroms

Greece bans cell phone use in classroms

Greece has implemented a thorough ban on cell phone use in classrooms to mitigate distractions and foster a focused learning environment. As part of this initiative, Greece bans cell phone use during lessons, requiring students to keep their phones in bags, though exceptions exist for health reasons. The policy entails immediate one-day suspensions for violators, with […]

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