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Cheating

Cell phones make cheating easy. Text messaging to get answers and cell phones with internet access to look up data gives students a quiet way to cheat. It is more difficult to prove that a student used his cell phone to cheat, so many schools prohibit phones in class.

Distraction

Cell phones that beep or ring create unnecessary distractions from teaching time in class. Laptops allow students to get online during class, which creates distractions for them and the students around them. MP3 players provide another distraction for students.

Bullying

Cyber-bullying, which occurs with the use of the Internet, is easier to get away with and more difficult to control when students are allowed to bring cell phones or laptops to class. Online bullying is just as damaging to students as physical bullying, and electronics facilitate this kind of harassment.

Classroom Interaction

Electronic devices give students an excuse to refrain from participating in class discussions and interactions. Removing laptops and cell phones from the classroom creates an atmosphere in which students and teachers can communicate without electronic competition.

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