A recent article in The Record Search Light titled “Txting away ur education” talked about the use of cell phones and texting in our schools and the distraction that can be to your child’s education. It also talked about how addicted some youth are to texting and the emotional impact it has on them. I encourage you to read the article to be informed about the issues.
A Nielsen study reports that American teenagers sent and received an average of 2,272 text messages per month in the 4th quarter of 2008 — almost 80 messages a day, more than double the average of a year earlier. Read more about the extent of text messaging.
How many messages do your children send? Are those during school time? Are they during sleep time? Have you had a good discussion with your children, taught them to be responsible in using their cell phones, and set ground rules with them?
Why do parents even give their youth phones? I phone is a big responsibility. I don’t believe that our teens need phones.
Texting is a useful tool with todays teens to keep in contact when talking is not the best idea, such as at night if you have family that need to sleep. I agree that it is a big responsibility, because texting during class is not a good idea. I am a fan of incorporating today’s trends with useful intentions. I am sure a teacher could think of something creative with texting, perhaps. I am an 18 year old Clemson University Freshman, and texting has saved me many times. From setting up study sessions, to asking fellow classmates for quick aid when I need it. But, my argument is nothing without your point about responsibility. If moderated, or done responsibly, texting is completely harmless and very beneficial