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Cell Phones in Our Schools - Coggle Diagram
Cell Phones in Our Schools
Introduction:
The editorial argues for allowing cell phones in schools, highlighting instances where the prohibition of cell phones has caused inconvenience and even posed potential risks during emergencies
It presents a scenario of a child needing to contact their parents urgently but being unable to do so due to restrictive school policies.
"Kids today still have to call their mothers sometimes! But they school won’t let them!"
"They take students cell phones even when they aren't using them and they are turned off and hidden so that they don't disturb anybody."
"Only to have there teacher confiscate it!"
"How would a child reach their parents to tell them that they are ok? They can’t!"
"Cell phones should be allowed in schools but they’re not!"
Alternative Solutions:
The editorial suggests allowing cell phones in schools as an alternative solution to the problem of communication during emergencies.
It argues that cell phones can provide a reliable means for students to contact their parents quickly and efficiently in critical situations.
Objective Explanation of the Issue:
The editorial objectively explains the issue by discussing the strict policies regarding cell phones in schools and the instances where these policies have led to students being unable to contact their parents during emergencies.
It presents cell phones as essential tools for communication, especially in critical situations.
Type of Editorial:
Persuasive
Body:
The body of the editorial provides examples and anecdotes to support the argument. It discusses instances where students' cell phones were confiscated even when they weren't causing any disturbance and were needed for emergencies.
It emphasizes the importance of cell phones in emergency situations, such as during the events of September 11th, 2001, where students needed to contact their parents but were unable to do so due to dead phone lines and limited access to school phones.
Opinions from the Opposite Viewpoint:
While the editorial doesn't directly present opinions from the opposite viewpoint, it implies the opposing perspective by mentioning the strict actions taken by teachers to confiscate cell phones and the arguments against allowing cell phones in schools due to potential distractions.
Conclusion:
The editorial concludes with a strong plea to allow cell phones in schools, emphasizing their importance in keeping children in touch with their parents and potentially saving lives.
It reiterates the necessity of cell phones in today's world and urges schools to reconsider their policies regarding cell phone usage.