6)+Cell+Phones+In+the+Classroom

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//Issues// Cell phones in the classroom is self-explanatory and straight forward. What is not straightforward is the complexity it brings to the classroom. While many educators and school districts find cell phones to be a distraction, others believe it is just another communication device that furthers the learning experience. “Advanced technology now developed for cell phones allows them to play music, take pictures, record video, provide internet access, and send and receive text messages” (St. Gerard, 2006, p. 44).

//Legal Analysis// Cell phones in the classroom was chosen as a subject of interest because it is technology. Currently the topic is controversial. However with the respect to the legal analysis, all previous discussions are applicable. The one caveat is the cell phone is usually the property of the student.

//Reaction// The AUP of the school district must address the issue of the cell phone on school property and preventing distractions to the learning environment. Whether the cell phone can or cannot be used by the student is entirely up to the school board. The teacher must adhere and enforce the AUP within their classroom.