Author Archives: Phone Locker

Join the heated debate on mobile phone use in Finnish classrooms and discover how proposed changes could reshape the future of education.

Intrigued by the Dutch schools’ mobile phone ban? Discover its surprising impact on student focus and what other countries could learn from this bold move.

The recent implementation of a mobile phone ban in Swedish schools has sparked a significant shift in the educational landscape, fostering a more focused and engaging learning environment. This policy, designed to curb distractions and enhance academic performance, has already shown promising results, particularly in improving student concentration and achievement in core subjects. However, as with any widespread change, […]

Join the heated debate on Russia’s new school cell phone ban and discover its potential impact on education and student life.

Explore how Danish schools manage mobile phone use with decentralized policies, balancing classroom focus with digital literacy. Learn about current debates and future trends.

Since July 2018 France have been first movers in banning mobile phones in school, alongside tablets and smartwatches. The guidelines were implemented across primary and middle schools with the aim to reduce distractions, enhance student performance and encourage greater social interaction among pupils.

In a move to improve learning outcomes and reduce distractions, during 2023 Australia announced a ban on the use of the use of mobile phones in classrooms, with the exception of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Meanwhile, non-state schools were permitted the discretion to decide and implement their own policies. All Australian states have implemented […]