Will a social media ban really make schools safer? Or is it just the beginning of a whole new set of challenges?

With social media restrictions for young people moving closer to reality, schools could soon face some difficult questions. If mobile phones are already banned in many schools, will anything really change? Or will safeguarding, teaching and student wellbeing become even more complicated?

In this episode of At the Chalkface, Craig and Dave explore the practical implications a social media ban could have on schools, teachers and students.

💬 We discuss:
Will safeguarding responsibilities increase?
Could students become less likely to report online abuse?
How should schools prepare pupils for social media if they're not allowed to use it?
What happens when students suddenly gain access at 16?
Could educational content on platforms like YouTube be caught up in the ban?
What support will schools need from government?

As experienced Computer Science teachers, we look beyond the headlines to explore the real-world impact on classrooms and school leaders.

What do you think? Will a social media ban make schools safer, or could it create even bigger challenges? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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