School Cell Phone Bans Can Boost Test Scores

Charles Longshore distinctly remembers the tipping point that led his Alabama middle school to ban cell phones, two years ...

Schools that banned phones saw surprising results beyond fewer distractions

A new study suggests school cellphone bans can lead to better grades and attendance but not without early challenges.
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A new study confirms a hunch: School cellphone bans can boost test scores

Researchers studying a large urban district in Florida found modest improvements in test scores after schools banned ...

Social media is hurting your kid’s test scores, researchers say

Social media use is hurting your kid’s grades - and it doesn’t matter how long they are spending on devices each day, new research warns. Just an hour spent on an app daily can knock down test scores ...

Less distraction, better scores: Benefits of banning cellphones in classroom, per a recent study at Florida school

A recent study from Florida reveals that banning cellphones in schools significantly boosts student learning. Test scores ...

Phones are banned in Florida schools: Studies show improved test scores, better attendance, and fewer distractions

A new Florida study shows that banning mobile phones in schools leads to higher test scores, fewer absences, and initial disciplinary challenges. Supporting research from England, Pakistan, and other ...