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Easy access to more information.Cell phones can give students access to more information, letting them research more about a topic while having class discussions.
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Incorporating digital platforms.Using social media can keep students interested in class and encourage them to participate in the discussion.
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Educational learning apps.Cell phones give students access to tools and apps that can help them complete and stay on top of their class work.
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Supplementing lessons with digital materials.Teachers can take advantage of cell phones by providing students with resources to find more information about a topic.
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Distractions and interruptions.When students use their cell phones to check social media and text their friends in class.
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Cyberbullying.Cell phones can also lead to increased problems with bullying on the schoolground.
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Cheating.Cell phones can be a helpful learning tool in class. But they can also be used by students to access information while taking a test, leading to cheating.
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Disconnection from face-to-face activitiesWhile cell phones can help encourage participation by offering different channels, this can also lead to less in-person discussion and fewer learning opportunities.