Schools across Canada are implementing new policies to limit cellphone usage in classrooms, with various provinces like Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Manitoba introducing restrictions and outright bans. These changes aim to help students focus and reduce distractions, as online conflicts and reduced social interactions have become concerns. Alberta’s new policy requires personal devices to be turned off and stored out of sight during class, with schools given time to formalize their rules. Supporters call for better consultation with educators for smoother implementation. Ontario’s cellphone policy is also evolving as schools adjust their approaches.
Schools Across Canada are Finding Creative Ways to Curb Students’ Itchy Cellphone Fingers
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