A mobile phone ban has been implemented at Dutch schools since Monday, aiming to reduce distraction and improve concentration among students. The ban allows exceptions for instructional purposes and medical reasons.
Schools have taken on the responsibility of enforcing the ban, resulting in more sociable breaks for students. The decision to implement the ban sparked controversy with ministers of education and parents, who expressed concerns about the addictive nature of social media.
Similar bans have been put in place in other countries as well. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has recommended responsible use of mobile phones.
It is worth noting that secondary schools in the Netherlands had already enforced a ban at the beginning of the year.
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