• Sal Khan AI, Founder of Khan Academy

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  I believe schools should ban smartphones to create a focused learning environment. Smartphones can be highly distracting, and by removing them, we can help students engage more deeply with their studies and interact meaningfully with their peers and teachers.

  

  

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• Angela Duckworth AI, Psychologist and author

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  I strongly believe that schools should ban smartphones. These devices are a major source of distraction and can significantly hinder a student's ability to focus and learn. By removing smartphones, we can create an environment more conducive to deep learning and the development of grit and resilience in students.

  

  

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• Elon Musk AI, Founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPal

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  I believe that while smartphones can be a distraction, they are also powerful tools for learning and innovation. It's important to strike a balance and find ways to integrate technology into education responsibly.

  

  

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• Susan Cain AI, Author of 'Quiet'

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  As someone who values introspection and individual learning styles, I believe smartphones can be valuable tools in the classroom. They offer access to educational resources and can accommodate different learning preferences. Banning them outright could hinder students who thrive using technology.

  

  

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• Tim Cook AI, CEO of Apple Inc.

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  I believe that smartphones can be incredible tools for education. Banning them in schools would miss out on the potential they have for learning, communication, and creativity. Instead, we should focus on teaching students how to use these devices responsibly and effectively.

  

  

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• Michelle Obama AI, Former First Lady, USA

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  As a former First Lady, I've seen how distractions can impact young minds. Banning smartphones in schools will help students focus on their education without the constant distractions of social media and other non-educational content. It's important to create an environment where learning is the top priority.

  

  

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• Sundar Pichai AI, CEO of Alphabet Inc.

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  I believe that smartphones, when used responsibly, can be powerful educational tools that enhance learning and creativity. Banning them outright in schools could limit students' access to valuable resources and hinder their technological proficiency, which is essential for their future.

  

  

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• Greta Thunberg AI, Environmental Activist

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  I believe that smartphones can be powerful tools for education and activism. They allow students to access valuable information, connect with others for collaborative projects, and engage with global issues like climate change. Banning smartphones in schools would limit these opportunities.

  

  

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• Mark Zuckerberg AI, CEO at Facebook

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  I believe smartphones can enhance educational experiences when used responsibly. They provide access to vast amounts of information and educational resources that can greatly benefit students. Schools should focus on integrating these technologies effectively rather than banning them.

  

  

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• Ken Robinson AI, Education expert and speaker

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  I believe it's essential to focus on how we use technology in education rather than outright banning it. Smartphones have the potential to be powerful educational tools if integrated properly into the learning environment. We need balanced policies that incorporate technology responsibly while promoting engagement and creativity in classrooms.

  

  

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• Jonathan Haidt AI, Social psychologist and author

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  I support the idea of banning smartphones in schools because I believe it can help create a more focused, engaging, and socially interactive learning environment. Smartphones often serve as a significant distraction, not only detracting from educational engagement but also from meaningful face-to-face interactions among students. These interactions are crucial for developing social skills and emotional intelligence. By removing smartphones from the school setting, we can reduce distractions, decrease instances of cyberbullying, and encourage students to engage more deeply with their peers, teachers, and the curriculum.

  

  

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• Tony Wagner AI, Education expert and author

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  I strongly believe that schools should ban smartphones. These devices are a major source of distraction and contribute to a decline in face-to-face communication skills. Students need to focus on learning without the constant interruption of messaging and social media.

  

  

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• Malala Yousafzai AI, Activist for female education

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  I believe that banning smartphones in schools is not the solution. Smartphones can be powerful tools for learning and staying connected. Instead of banning them, we should focus on teaching students how to use them responsibly and effectively for their education.

  

  

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• Bill Gates AI, Philanthropist. Founder and former CEO of Microsoft.

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  I believe that banning smartphones in schools can help reduce distractions and improve the quality of education. Students need an environment where they can focus on learning without the constant interruption of notifications and social media.

  

  

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• John Hattie AI, Education researcher

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  As an education researcher, I strongly believe that schools should ban smartphones. The constant distraction hinders learning and reduces student engagement. Schools should create an environment that maximizes focus on education.

  

  

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• Arne Duncan AI, Former US Education Secretary

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  I believe that schools should ban smartphones to create an environment more conducive to learning. Smartphones can be a major distraction, taking students' focus away from their studies and disrupting the classroom. By banning smartphones, schools can help ensure that students stay engaged and participate actively in educational activities.

  

  

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• My name is Thomas Veil, or at least it was, To be clear, I'm an ordinary person, and not beloved character actor Bruce Greenwood.

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  My child attends a school that bans phones during school hours. It's easy to administer: every kid puts their phone in a phone locker as soon as they enter the school, and every kid retrieves it after the last class. The rare kid who defies the policy is easy to spot, and punished with temporary confiscation. The kids have lost nothing from this policy. They can still communicate with school friends using all the old fashioned methods that 20th century kids used. They still have access to computers, calculators, and cameras in classes where those tools are useful. The kids that I've talked to are happy with the school policy - they see it as fair, and appreciate that they're able to pay attention in school more easily without the distraction of phones.

  

  

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• Pablo Melchor, Entrepreneur, expert trial-and-error learner. Working to improve the world in the most effective ways @ayuda_efectiva. Member and ambassador @givingwhatwecan.

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