South Korea bans phones in school classrooms nationwide
Summary
South Korea has approved a new law to ban the use of mobile phones and smart devices in school classrooms during class hours starting in March 2026. This law aims to tackle smartphone addiction and its negative impact on students' academic performance. While some countries have already restricted phone use in schools, South Korea is one of the few to make it a law.Key Facts
- The ban will start in schools nationwide in March 2026.
- The ban is a result of a bipartisan effort in South Korea.
- The goal is to reduce smartphone addiction among students.
- The bill passed with 115 votes out of 163 lawmakers present.
- Similar restrictions exist in countries like Finland, France, Italy, the Netherlands, and China.
- Nearly 43% of young people in South Korea report excessive phone use.
- Teachers have different opinions on the ban; some support it while others do not.
- The law allows some exceptions for educational or emergency use and for students with special needs.
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