Seoul Office of Education to Hold Forum on Regulating Smartphone Use in Schools on the 13th

"Complete Collection in Schools" or "Self-Regulation" to Be Discussed

A forum will be held to discuss various approaches to regulating the use of smart devices, including a complete collection policy and self-regulation, in Seoul schools.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced on the 11th that it will hold a “Grand Forum on Restrictions for Using Smart Devices such as Mobile Phones” on August 13, with the participation of students, parents, teachers, and external experts. This forum is expected to discuss ways to restrict the use of smart devices on school premises and the enactment or revision of student conduct regulations.

The first session, focusing on "Regulating the Use of Smart Devices in Schools," will address a range of restriction methods including complete collection of devices, self-regulation through mutual agreement, and the possibility of utilizing alternative devices.

The second session will explore measures for enacting or revising student conduct regulations concerning restrictions on the use of smart devices. The session is designed to seek ways to incorporate the perspectives of students, teachers, and parents in a balanced manner based on legal grounds.

During the forum, participants will present their opinions in support of or opposing the use of smart devices in schools, engage in discussions about alternatives, and take part in an open Q&A session.

Jung Geunsik, Superintendent of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education, said, "We will ensure that a democratic consultative process is embedded in school culture during the enactment and revision of student regulations such as smartphone use restrictions."

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