Anderlecht Academy Implements Phone Ban to Enhance Creativity
Students required to deposit phones during class to foster focus and engagement in art education.
ANDERLECHT - In an effort to enhance creativity and social interactions among students, the Anderlecht Academy has announced a new policy banning smartphones during art classes.
Sophie Caironi, an art academy teacher, has expressed concerns that the use of smartphones and tablets is negatively impacting students' creativity and engagement with their work.
Caironi has observed that the distraction of personal devices leads to a lack of motivation and depth in students' creative projects, as they often prioritize quick completion of assignments over genuine artistic exploration.
She noted that students frequently claim to use their phones for artistic inspiration but often divert to social media platforms such as TikTok or gaming applications, detracting from their focus on art.
To combat these distractions, the academy will implement a system requiring students to deposit their phones in a designated box upon entering the classroom.
Students will only be able to retrieve their devices after the class has concluded.
This measure is designed to ensure that students remain concentrated on their art projects, minimizing the temptation to engage in digital distractions during creative time.
The initiative highlights the academy's commitment to addressing the impact of the digital landscape on educational environments.
Caironi emphasized that the institution aims to reduce the negative consequences associated with smartphone usage, particularly the decline in face-to-face interactions among students.
By fostering more direct social engagement, the academy hopes to enrich the overall learning experience.
Caironi anticipates that younger students will adapt to the new policy more readily, as they are accustomed to structured environments.
Conversely, she acknowledges that older students may find the transition more challenging due to their habitual use of smartphones.
Despite these potential difficulties, the academy is resolute in enforcing this rule as part of its strategy to promote creativity and socialization within the educational setting.
Sophie Caironi, an art academy teacher, has expressed concerns that the use of smartphones and tablets is negatively impacting students' creativity and engagement with their work.
Caironi has observed that the distraction of personal devices leads to a lack of motivation and depth in students' creative projects, as they often prioritize quick completion of assignments over genuine artistic exploration.
She noted that students frequently claim to use their phones for artistic inspiration but often divert to social media platforms such as TikTok or gaming applications, detracting from their focus on art.
To combat these distractions, the academy will implement a system requiring students to deposit their phones in a designated box upon entering the classroom.
Students will only be able to retrieve their devices after the class has concluded.
This measure is designed to ensure that students remain concentrated on their art projects, minimizing the temptation to engage in digital distractions during creative time.
The initiative highlights the academy's commitment to addressing the impact of the digital landscape on educational environments.
Caironi emphasized that the institution aims to reduce the negative consequences associated with smartphone usage, particularly the decline in face-to-face interactions among students.
By fostering more direct social engagement, the academy hopes to enrich the overall learning experience.
Caironi anticipates that younger students will adapt to the new policy more readily, as they are accustomed to structured environments.
Conversely, she acknowledges that older students may find the transition more challenging due to their habitual use of smartphones.
Despite these potential difficulties, the academy is resolute in enforcing this rule as part of its strategy to promote creativity and socialization within the educational setting.
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