<description>&lt;p&gt;We're seeing many reports of schools banning the use of mobile devices during school hours. There are multiple articles sharing the impact that the use of mobile devices has on student academic achievement scores. Is the backlash against classroom tech justified, or are we missing something important? In this episode, Brent and Ixchell dig into the growing global movement to ban phones and devices from schools, and discuss ways for more thoughtful approach to EdTech without compromising student achievement.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Show notes: &lt;a href= "https://www.DIESOL.org/135"&gt;www.DIESOL.org/135&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</description>

The DIESOL Podcast | EdTech in ESL

Brent Warner & Ixchell Reyes

DIESOL 135 - How to Be Tech-Friendly During a Tech Backlash.mp3

APR 6, 202641 MIN
The DIESOL Podcast | EdTech in ESL

DIESOL 135 - How to Be Tech-Friendly During a Tech Backlash.mp3

APR 6, 202641 MIN

Description

We're seeing many reports of schools banning the use of mobile devices during school hours. There are multiple articles sharing the impact that the use of mobile devices has on student academic achievement scores. Is the backlash against classroom tech justified, or are we missing something important? In this episode, Brent and Ixchell dig into the growing global movement to ban phones and devices from schools, and discuss ways for more thoughtful approach to EdTech without compromising student achievement. Show notes: www.DIESOL.org/135