Today in class we read an article about how addicted youth have become to media. This includes internet, phones and television. A study from the University of Maryland found that of 1000 students from 10 different countries many had difficulties going 24hrs without their social media. Several students could not even successfully complete the study.
I find it rather embarrassing to admit that I might be one of those people that would fail this challenge. I can not remember the last day I went without my phone. If it is not working for a mere few hours I feel "lost," I can not imagine going an entire day. Aside from my phone, my laptop and the internet are a huge connection for me. Between skype, facebook and using the web for lessons/school purposes, I can honestly say I could not survive without it.
My plan next month is to have an "unplugged" day in my classroom. I have put my students up to the challenge of joining me in our quest to live one full day without our phones and computers. I plan on opening up the gym and having fun activities available to the kids after school. Maybe we'll pull an all nighter in the gym, that would be fun. The possibilities are endless.
As I did my daily round this morning collecting students cell phones, one child said to me, "you know what Ms. Whiting, I much prefer hand written sentiments......"
Have I ever told you I have the best job in the world????
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