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If one rule in school is still being implemented in most universities or campuses, it’s the strict “No Gadget” policy. It’s a straightforward law that reminds students that mobile phones, tablets, video game consoles, and even personal laptops should be kept away during class hours.
The School Year 2025 – 2026 has finally begun for most schools, and the debate on the limitations of gadget use is still ongoing. According to a report by GMA News, Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara, the Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd), assures that the Department supports technology as part of the classroom learning experience.
He clarifies that while the policy against gadget use is still a general rule, those integrated for learning are allowed. Angara set some schools as examples of campuses accessing materials and school-related platforms (such as Khan Academy) via smartphones.
Electronic devices become necessary for students and teachers, especially in public schools that rely on digital means to access textbooks, workbooks, and other learning materials. Further, some teachers use YouTube videos, DepEd TV, and similar educational websites and applications as teaching strategies.
Ruby Bernardo, president of the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) in the National Capital Region, comments that this isn’t about banning gadget use outright; instead, it’s about guiding students on how to use their gadgets for learning purposes in the classroom.
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How about AI rules in PH schools?
With the rules and limitations concerning technology, there are guidelines for artificial intelligence (AI) use that follow. Bernardo says that there are times when AI can be used in instances such as cultural research.
Antonio Tinio, the incoming ACT party-list representative, shares a similar opinion. They are still investigating the possibilities of using AI for enhanced learning.
DepEd has already begun integrating AI into its teacher training and educational tools. In the past months, the Education Center for AI Research (E-CAIR) has also been launched to explore how AI can be fully used ethically and effectively in public education.
One example of these educational tools is Khanmigo, developed by Khan Academy as an AI learning assistant, now used by public school teachers and students nationwide. It was first released in December 2024 and has since been helping students with their math, reading comprehension, and customized learning pathways.
With the school year starting, and more students of this generation fluent in gadget use, educators are attempting to integrate technology with their teaching strategies.
There is also the urge to revisit the “No Gadget” policy and make specific adjustments, especially with the inevitability of technology in our daily lives, regardless of our status.
What are your opinions when it comes to this particular school rule? Do you have your own experiences when it comes to this policy? Let us know your thoughts.
This article, Cellphone use allowed in classrooms for learning purposes, DepEd says, was originally published at NoypiGeeks | Philippines Technology News, Reviews and How to's.
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