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NSW to put strict caps on screen time in classrooms while pushing for ‘pen and paper’ learning

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 updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The 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…

NSW to put strict caps on screen time in classrooms while pushing for ‘pen and paper’ learning

The New South Wales government has announced plans to impose strict limits on screen time in public school classrooms, with implementation set to commence in 2028. This decision comes on the heels of a similar announcement from the Victorian government and the suggestion by federal education minister Jason Clare that students may require a "digital detox."

The move is aimed at encouraging daily "pen and paper" learning activities, signalling a shift towards more traditional educational methods in the face of increasing concerns over the impact of digital devices on students' well-being.

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