Read the following sentences about some advantages and disadvantages of using electronic devices in learning. Write A if it is an advantage or D if it is a disadvantage. Do you have a different opinion? Tell your classmate by writing a post here.
1. ________ Electronic devices distract students from their studies: students may play games, text, chat and cheat (type the questions and search for answers on the Internet).
2. ________ They help students communicate with each other or relax by listening to music and playing games when they are bored and tired of studying.
3. ________ Students have access to inappropriate information, videos and pictures, spend many hours reading and watching, and forget about their projects or assignments.
4. ________ Students study better by using helpful learning apps on smartphones, laptops, tablets and other media players (dictionary, spelling, translation, pronunciation and other apps).
5. ________ Students might take embarrassing pictures of others, share them on the Internet or use them to demand money or force people to do things for them.
6. ________ Electronic devices can be used for research and study, and for storing information and textbooks. This can save time and make students’ backpacks lighter.