New South Wales will enforce mandatory screen time restrictions in public school classrooms starting in 2028, requiring students to engage in daily "pen and paper" learning as part of the policy. The move aligns with Victoria’s recent similar regulations and follows calls from the federal education minister for students to reduce digital use. Critics and supporters alike are likely to debate whether such measures will improve focus or hinder modern educational tools. The decision comes as part of broader discussions on balancing technology with traditional learning methods in schools.
Screen limits will become mandatory in NSW schools from 2028 as federal education minister says students may need a ‘digital detox’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales government has announced it will implement limits on screen time in public school classrooms and push for students to take part in daily “pen and paper” learning.The state’s new regulations follow a similar announcement from the Victorian government and suggestions by the federal education minister, Jason Clare, that students might need a “digital detox”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s Politics, really newsletter here Continue reading...
