DanRussell published Poll: Should mobile phones be banned in the classroom

Schoolchildren could be banned from using mobile phones in class following a Government investigation. Schools Minister Nick Gibb announced that the Department for Education was launching an inquiry on Sunday. The study will look into the effect of technology on pupils' behaviour and will also include the impact of tablet computers.Mr Gibb said: "Since 2010 we have given teachers more power to ensure good behaviour in the classroom. "But we need to make sure the advice we give...