Originally published at: https://eduk8.me/2018/08/french-lawmakers-follow-through-and-ban-smartphones-in-schools-with-a-catch/
French schoolchildren will have to leave their smartphones switched off or at home as the new academic year begins in September, after lawmakers voted for a ban on Monday. The ban on smartphones, tablets and other connected devices, which will apply to pupils up to the age of 14-15, fulfills a campaign promise by…