Tech sector should leave schools alone

Congratulations and thanks to Dr Tom Butler (Analysis, October 19) for his very informative and important article about the dire educational consequences of letting students study via electronic devices.

Tech sector should leave schools alone

In the US, they have recorded a dramatic drop in young people’s general knowledge, creativity, and problem solving skills, which the researchers attribute to the use of digital devices in education and social usage.

Closer to home, research has proven technology in the classroom is a hindrance; a Norwegian study (Journal of Education Research, 2013) found that students comprehend what they are reading on a sheet of paper far better than when they read on a computer screen.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Revoiced

Newsletter

Sign up to the best reads of the week from irishexaminer.com selected just for you.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited