New research from the University of North Carolina is shedding light on the negative effects of phone use in schools, and the findings are eye-opening. According to a recent study, repeatedly checking one's phone may be more detrimental to learning than overall screen time. The study suggests that this constant distraction can erode cognitive control, making it harder for students to focus and pay attention in class. As students increasingly rely on their phones for communication and information, educators are grappling with the challenge of balancing the benefits of technology with the potential drawbacks, and this study provides valuable insights into the impact of phone use on student learning.
Researchers say repeated phone checking, more than overall screen time, may be especially disruptive to learning and linked to reduced cognitive control. The post UNC study reveals phone use in schools negatively impacts attention appeared first on District Administration.
