Sunday, October 31, 2010

Schools starting to allow use of digital devices

Schools starting to allow use of digital devices

Once almost unthinkable, a growing number of schools are allowing - even encouraging - the use of cellphones and other portable digital devices in the classroom.

Some say it is an inevitable culture shift that can enrich education, while others warn of potential dangers like inattention and cheating.

Read more: http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/2010/10/24/20101024cellphones-school-classroom.html#ixzz13zLQbsXv
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What do ya'll think? Its a real cost benefit situation that does not have an easy answer. I know that we will be struggling with this issue for years to come.

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