Technology in the Classroom: What Can We Learn from Other Countries?

The ban on cell phone use in classrooms in Brazil sparks debate. On one hand, concerns about distractions and learning impact; on the other, the potential to integrate technology productively. Other countries approach this issue differently.

In Finland, devices are used in a structured way, with trained teachers guiding responsible use. South Korea invests in digital platforms, using AI to adapt content to each student's pace. France has banned phones for students up to 15 years old to improve focus and social interaction.

Brazil follows a path similar to France, but with enforcement relying on teachers. The challenge is balancing discipline and technology, ensuring students are not deprived of essential educational tools. While banning phones may improve focus, it can also limit learning opportunities, particularly for public school students who often rely on mobile devices as their primary internet access tool.

How to Balance Innovation and Inclusion?

An effective solution involves customized strategic plans for each school, considering its reality and needs. Some measures include:

• Alternative Infrastructure: Partnerships with companies to provide shared digital labs.
• Hybrid Learning: Integrating digital platforms for learning beyond the classroom.
• Teacher Training: Equipping educators to use technology in active methodologies.
• Sustainable Funding: Public-private partnerships to ensure continuous investment.
• Data Management: Monitoring the impact of technology on learning.

Even with phone bans, innovative and accessible education is possible.

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MIT Professional Education Cristina Maldonado Valdenice Minatel Melo de Cerqueira Angela de Cillo Martins GGN Consulting CMRJ - Colégio Militar do Rio de Janeiro Francisco Calvao

During my period in basic education, I was fortunate to study in schools that, for me, represent the state of the art in terms of teaching. But, in terms of Brazil, this is an exception. What can we do to help?