New international student assessment results highlight a growing concern over young learners’ engagement with technology, with educators calling for a shift toward more balanced digital habits. Findings from the latest PISA report suggest excessive screen time may be impacting academic performance and well-being, prompting calls for schools to integrate structured breaks from digital devices. Australian Education Minister Jason Clare has emphasized the need for a "digital detox" approach, urging policymakers and parents to reconsider how technology is integrated into learning environments. The discussion follows broader debates about the long-term effects of digital immersion on cognitive development and classroom focus.
PISA 2025 results show ‘digital detox’ needed, says Jason Clare The Educator K/12
