iPhone & Co.: Why cell phones could be banned in schools

The new regulations affect not only smartphones, but also other mobile digital end devices such as computer watches and tablet computers. The pupils can continue to bring their devices, but no longer use privately on the school premises; Neither for calling, chatting, nor surfing or playing. Anyone who violates the rule will get rid of their device – at least until the end of the school day. A digital bus or rail ticket can then be used for the way home.

For secondary schools, the draft law provides for some exceptions: For example, teachers can allow the use of smartphone, tablet & co for teaching purposes, for example. In the event of emergencies, the mobile phone can still be pulled out to request a emergency doctor. For medical reasons, a deviation is possible if, for example, the blood sugar level is digitally monitored for diabetes patients. The legislator in Hessen also thought of the topic of accessibility: the use of pupils with a disability remains allowed if the device helps to clear barriers.

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