A teacher’s point of view Pros Cons

A student’s point of viewA parent’s point of viewMy personal thoughtsYour thoughts

Calculators Non-math classrooms

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Digital camera Internet access

Find answers Remain in seats

Lack of participation Texting Playing games Social networking Cheating Sending/receiving inappropriate photos Spreading rumors

Record & organize assignments

Notify parents about after-school activities

Keep sensitive issues private

Emergencies

Changes in schedules

Safety reasons

Monitoring child’s whereabouts

Allow cell phones but with limited use

Emergencies Break/lunch

Monitor classroom use more efficiently

collection at start of day distribution at end of day

Set good example for students