Is It OK to Text During Class?

by SodaHead Living Posted 2012/07/27 20:36:22

Related Topics: Texting, School, Back To School, Teachers, students

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	Yes	459 votes	17%
	No	1,354 votes	51%
	Only during an emergency	820 votes	31%

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Nona 2012/07/28 01:55:56

No

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Call me old fashioned, but I don't think cell phones should be allowed to be ON in class, most less used in class. It should be against the rules much as not passing was "in my day."
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Jason Herring 2012/07/29 05:39:28

Yes

You can do it if you want, I don't care. No one should stop you but it's probably not wise.

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Hannah 2012/07/29 05:33:22

Yes

I do it all the time and have never gotten caught btw I'm a senior

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Fluffywolf, eater of chocolate 2012/07/29 04:58:19

Only during an emergency

I was gonna say no, it is not okay. And yeah, I'm agreeing with that, you're right cause it's class, you're supposed to listen, but if there's an emergency I'm going to want someone to know. Depending on the emergency, really. But I guess if there was an emergency I'd call someone instead of txting... does this still count as 'only in an emergency?'

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MlssCue =Go Blue= 2012/07/29 04:31:31

No

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During an emergency is a given. But there is no reason aside from that, that these kids need to have their phones out. I have a friend who taught HS & he had a student that he would tell on a regular basis to put her phone away. On his final warning to her he said "the next time I see you with that phone in my class I'm breaking it." Long story short, he broke & had to replace it but says it was worth it all, she never bought the phone out again.

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blackrings70 2012/07/29 04:23:23

No

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That could very easily be used for cheating.

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John "By God" American 2012/07/29 04:02:39

No

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It's rude and disrespectful...

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Simmering Frog 2012/07/29 03:43:26

No

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Another question could be:

Is it ok to be watching a movie on your IPAD during class? The answer is no to both questions. You aren't in the class to watch your own personal movie ot to text. You are there to listen to what the prof is teaching.

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no1ymfan 2012/07/29 03:29:44

Only during an emergency

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Yes because in case of an emergency, say if I had a heart attack during class, the first thing I would do is start texting. If a bunch of morons started Columbine 2.0 the first thing I would do is start texting. If a guy with a beard and a turban says he has a bomb, the first thing I do is start texting. If I break a nail, the first thing I do is start texting. Who the hell texts during emergencies?

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ElynnKy 2012/07/29 03:29:43

Only during an emergency

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During an emergency and with the teachers permission.

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kesha 2012/07/29 03:28:05

Yes

Well I say yes for multiple reasons that are good

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bman~AVA 2012/07/29 03:17:57

Only during an emergency

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Why are the students using their cell phones in class in the first place? (I put in the wrong choice. Meant to put in the "no" answer) During class time the phone's should be turned off. When class time is finished and you're headed to your next class then talk all you want then. But turn em off during class periods. You're supposed to be there to learn. Not yack on the phone all day.

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Rosalie 2012/07/29 03:09:10 (edited)

No

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Only if the class is TEXTING 101

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JoshuaHarper 2012/07/29 02:25:49

Yes

OnlY when the student diesn't have any homework left and when the teacher isn't talking.

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VERYwiseguy 2012/07/29 01:15:18

No

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HELL NO texting really is a big waste of time and effort it does however sometimes serve a purpose.

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strawberry 2012/07/29 01:10:28

No

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Teachers have a hard enough time getting students attention.

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Bulbasaurus Rex. 2012/07/29 00:57:11

No

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Honestly, no, it's not.
I do it more than I should but I know it's wrong.

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michael.reeves.3150 2012/07/29 00:27:23

Only during an emergency

eh the kids that are texting likely woudent do the work anyway

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Oli 2012/07/29 00:03:32

No

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Texting has always been banned in school, but everyone does it anyway. There is no way you could stop teenagers texting! Not any more anyway.

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VERYwis... to Oli 2012/07/29 01:16:31 (edited)

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Put there phones in a basket in the classroom as they enter class.

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Tommy to VERYwis... 2012/07/29 02:42:22

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Can't believe your missive is flagged as "edited" yet it still says 'there phones...' lol

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VERYwis... to Tommy 2012/07/30 05:41:08

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Happens with little sleep multi tasking while on SH.Brain freeze But at least I can spell because I read and don't abbreviate texting my life away SH does enough of that! lol

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Tommy to VERYwis... 2012/08/01 01:23:47

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That used to annoy me too until I realised that some people may well be responding using a mobile device. I suppose if that IS the case then they can be excused! ;-)

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VERYwis... to Tommy 2012/08/02 03:58:28

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Realized American,realised English. lol

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Tommy to VERYwis... 2012/08/02 10:17:49

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Yup - I realised that! ;-)

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VERYwis... to Tommy 2012/08/02 12:51:52

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Yep American,Yup English.? lol

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Tommy to VERYwis... 2012/08/02 13:17:45

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Couldn't tell you which is which. Either is good for me. It sure beats "affirmative". ;-)

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VERYwis... to Tommy 2012/08/02 13:26:26

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I have a friend now from OZ and had one from London we always joked about our different lingo.

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Tommy to VERYwis... 2012/08/02 17:57:53

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'struth matey!

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Shawna to Tommy 2012/08/03 04:53:58

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Put their phones there, they're much too distracting.

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Tommy to Shawna 2012/08/03 14:00:44

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LOL - Tell me how you would console someone who is upset at being told to leave his phone aside?

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Shawna to Tommy 2012/08/03 16:20:47

Deal with it or leave.

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Tommy to Shawna 2012/08/03 20:29:03

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That's no consolation! I was sure you'd get this...
"There, their, they're" lol

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Shawna to Tommy 2012/08/03 20:32:30

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LOL- it was probably 2am. I get it now.

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Tommy to Oli 2012/07/29 02:40:32

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They are red hot on phones at exam time. If you're caught with a phone it is an automatic fail.

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Artisan Rose ☽✪☾☥ 2012/07/28 23:50:30

Yes

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Meant to click no. If it was okay, would there be a "No texting" rule? I think not.

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sokoyah 2012/07/28 23:31:24

No

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inappropriate

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Kaycee Mosely 2012/07/28 23:27:11

Yes

Only if it's not interfering with any learning.

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PandahSixx 2012/07/28 23:20:20

Yes

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yes, it's sucks to sit in hell and if i get my work done i should be on my phone

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Erika Conner 2012/07/28 23:19:05

Only during an emergency

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My mom texted me during class once.
I take that as a emergency cuz I know she does not do that To me. She wouldnt want to disturb her child being education.
Texting gets our mind off of the topic and makes us lose our concentration. Won't help us with anything but get more drama and karma in our life cuz texting is another communication that can spread rumors.
No for texting during class

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Linnster 2012/07/28 23:12:28

Only during an emergency

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Texting, other than for an emergency (and I don't mean your nail polish got chipped) would be the only time it should be allowed. You're in class to learn, not to text. I'm sure nothing is so important it can't wait until lunch or a free period.

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