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Classroom cellphone bans gain momentum, but research offers mixed picture
Classroom cellphone bans are being promoted by U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar and studied in Minnesota schools, with mixed research findings. Some studies report increased peer interaction and reduced disciplinary issues, while others show no significant academic improvements or changes in student behavior.
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