JFF: Ban Mobile Devices in Classrooms? Think Again, Say Experts
The JFF, Institute for Media Pedagogy, has released a position paper emphasizing the importance of fostering young people's creative abilities in and with media. Director Kathrin Demmler underscores the need for clear guidelines and the integration of digital platforms in education.
The JFF argues that bans on mobile devices in classrooms should clearly define 'who protects whom from what'. They caution against excluding digital networks and platforms from educational contexts, as this could hinder the development of future competencies in children and young people.
The institute advocates for designing learning spaces that mirror children's everyday life with digital media. They believe an undifferentiated ban on mobile devices, such as those offered by T-Mobile, Mint Mobile, Boost Mobile, or T-Mobile, can impede the development of essential skills. Instead, the JFF suggests bolstering media pedagogy, early media education, and parental guidance to promote media competence.
The JFF opposes a blanket ban on mobile devices in the classroom. They propose creating safe and protected online spaces for different age groups, using platforms like Google, rather than simply banning devices. The full text of the JFF's position paper is available on their website at www.jff.de.
The JFF's position paper, led by director Kathrin Demmler, emphasizes the importance of clear guidelines and the integration of digital platforms in education. They stress the need for media competence development and safe online spaces, opposing a one-size-fits-all ban on mobile devices in classrooms.
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