Technology Use Scenario

Technology Use Scenario 4: During word-processing class, Mr. McIntosh notices that Mary has both of her hands under the computer desk. As Mr. McIntosh comes around to her station Mary puts her hands back on the keyboard, but he notices that her cell phone is on her lap with a text on the screen. Mr. McIntosh asks Mary to stay after class, where she says that she was sending a text to her mother about picking her up after school. What does the teacher do? (Ribble, 2015).

In terms of the appropriateness of using technology in this scenario, I would say that the answer to this question is very dependent if Mr.McIntosh has stated that use of cell phones in class is allowed. Although this scenario does not explicitly state this, based on rules that I have faced during my tenure in school, I believe that the use of cellphone in this context was restricted by Mr.McIntosh. This can be further corroborated with the fact that Mary is hiding her cellphone from the teacher. In terms of the use of technology of this scenario being appropriate, I would defiantly say that it is not. During my tenure in school, I learnt that we should always focus on the work we are learning in class. This is an act of showing respect for what is being taught and respect towards the teacher. Using a cellphone during class both disrespects and acts as a deterrent from what is being taught. In today’s society more than 50% of students text during class even though they know it is ban. Many students use texting as a way to pass time. In this particular scenario, Mary is texting her mother in regards on what time she should be picked up. Although this is important, I believe that other alternatives that Mary could have taken to make the use of technology appropriate. For example, I believe Mary could have asked for a washroom break and called or text her mother then. I also believe Mary could have communicated with her mother before class about when to be picked up. I believe that unless it is a medical or family issue the use of cellphones should be prohibited in class. In conclusion the use of technology in this scenario is inappropriate. Above are my thoughts on scenario 4. I welcome others opinions on the manner. Please comment below and let the debate begin.