Why schools shouldn’t ban smartphones from the classroom
Cheng, A.
(25 September 2025)
Why schools shouldn’t ban smartphones from the classroom.
Management.
Calls to bans smartphones in schools have been increasing in recent years—driven by the view that they are sources of distraction. Dr Aaron Cheng challenges this position by drawing on his recent research, and argues that when used correctly, smartphones can be useful tools that enhance learning rather than detract from it.
| Item Type | Blog post |
|---|---|
| Copyright holders | © 2025 The Author(s) |
| Departments | LSE > Academic Departments > Management |
| Date Deposited | 04 Nov 2025 |
| URI | https://researchonline.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/129752 |
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2070-3761