Are cellphones in the classroom hijacking kids' brains?
Quebec has joined Ontario in banning cellphones in the classroom. But are the devices really a distraction for kids, or is that argument flawed? The National’s Ian Hanomansing breaks down issues with a parent and teacher on both sides of the debate.
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Quebec has joined Ontario in banning cellphones in the classroom. But are the devices really a distraction for kids, or is that argument flawed? The National’s Ian Hanomansing breaks down issues with a parent and teacher on both sides of the debate.