Over the years, teachers have figured out more and more ways that students use to cheat. First, cell phones. Students would text message the answers back and forth. Now, they say students are cheating by using iPods. One teacher stated that they over heard students talking about downloading formulas and other materials onto their iPod in order to help them do better on the test. Because of this, many schools have started to ban the use of any electronic devices while in school.
http://www.helium.com/items/1341773-allow-ipods-and-technology-in-school
Although I undersand why school officials don't want iPods used during school, I strongly disagree. Yes, kids have found new ways to cheat with their iPods, but not everyone uses them for cheating purposes. I feel that iPods should be allowed in between classes, at lunch, and during study hall. Also, after a student has finished their work, I think that they should be able to listen to their iPod then as well. Listening to an iPod does not disrupt anyone else in the classroom. The music volume can be kept low, and headphones are worn to keep the music from being played out loud. I see no problem with students using iPods during school. It is obvious that when one cheating device is taken away, students just come up with another new way. The kids who constantly cheat will find a way to do it with or without iPods. So, I don't understand why the students who use iPods strictly for relaxation and reasons that aren't related to cheating must be punished.
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