Class 9 ( English Assignment)

 

The Mobile Phone Question

A school was considering whether students should be allowed to bring mobile phones to school. One group of teachers believed that phones could distract students from their studies. They were concerned that students might spend time playing games or using social media during lessons.

Another group argued that mobile phones could be useful learning tools. Students could use them to search for information, photograph experiments, use educational applications, and communicate with parents when necessary. They believed that completely banning phones would prevent students from learning how to use technology responsibly.

Instead of immediately accepting either position, the school conducted a survey. It found that many students used phones mainly for entertainment, but some used them for educational purposes. The school therefore considered a third option: students could bring phones but would have to keep them switched off during lessons unless a teacher permitted their use for learning activities.

The school planned to review the policy after three months by examining students' academic performance, classroom behaviour, and responsible use of technology.

Questions

1.     What are the main arguments for and against allowing mobile phones at school?

2.     Why did the school conduct a survey before making a final decision?

3.     Do you think completely banning mobile phones is the best solution? Give reasons for your answer.

4.     What evidence could the school collect to find out whether the new policy is successful?

5.     Imagine that students' academic performance improves but classroom distractions increase. What should the school consider doing? Explain.

6.     Which solution would you recommend: banning phones, allowing unrestricted use, or controlled use? Give at least two reasons to support your decision.