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Is Technology In Class Rooms Helpful
The debate over technology in schools is heating up, and students have a lot to say about it! Our Picture Prompt Tech in the Classroom sparked some lively discussions following an Opinion essay that suggested scaling back on tech use in education. Their responses are below and shed some interesting light on the debate of whether or not technology is helpful or damaging in the classroom.
Saheed from GMS thinks tech is crucial for gearing students up for the digital future. He believes a balanced approach to screen time is key—cutting it out completely could leave us clueless in a world where everything’s online. Timothy from Greenbelt Middle agreed, pointing out how adults use tech daily, so it makes sense for us to learn with it.
Emily at Greenbelt Middle sees screens as lifesavers for organizing work and tapping into online resources, though she’s wary of the health impacts of too much screen time. Deegan from California stressed the importance of responsible use, noting it’s more about how we use tech than banning it outright.
Mary from Glenbard West High School, on the other hand, worries about screens causing distractions and eye strain. She wants a middle ground—less tech dependence but not a total shutdown.
Then there are the concerns about misuse. Srikanth from Greenbelt Middle called out classmates glued to games instead of lessons. Nina from California shared how some try to cheat using tech during tests, which keeps teachers on their toes.
Chase from another school suggested we dial back on screens to balance things out with old-school methods like pen and paper. Jaydin from California agreed, feeling burnt out from screen overload.
Eric from Greenbelt reflected on how digital assignments are affecting handwriting skills—we’re losing practice! Ivy from Huntington Beach wants simpler times, less tech addiction, but acknowledges we can’t ditch it entirely.
These students get it—they see the benefits of tech but want a healthier mix. They’re pushing for less distraction, better health, and a good ol’ balance of new and old school. It’s clear they’re shaping the conversation on how tech fits into our classrooms today and in the future.
