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If students are in pain or discomfort because of mobile device usage, could this impact their educational experience and ability to learn?
If students are in pain or discomfort because of mobile device usage, could this impact their educational experience and ability to learn?
Studies have demonstrated significant association between cell phone use and physical health problems (Amjad et al., 2020; Daniyal et al., 2022). Amjad et al. (2020) found that wrist pain is common among cell phone users and Daniyal et al. (2022) also found that eye strain, neck pain, and back pain were significantly correlated with cell phone usage.
Does pain impact learning?
Does pain impact learning?
Khera and Rangasamy (2021) discuss the role of pain in several cognitive domains including attention, memory, and information processing. It is discussed how chronic pain can result in increased attention deficits and adverse effects to memory, recall, and concentration.
Parkins and Gfroerer (2009) share that some of the most frequently reported types of chronic pain can include headaches and musculoskeletal pain. Students in chronic pain may not look like they are in pain, but this pain can impact how a student functions at school (Parkins & Gfroerer, 2009).
What if students merely experience discomfort, but not pain.
What if students merely experience discomfort, but not pain.
Funabashi et al. (2022) discuss how pain, discomfort, and stiffness are overlapping constructs, so regardless of how students may perceive or describe their symptoms, their learning and education may be impacted.
Students’ education may suffer if they experience negative physical impacts associated with mobile devices.
Students’ education may suffer if they experience negative physical impacts associated with mobile devices.
strategies for the classroom
strategies for the classroom
Incorporate breaks into lesson plans
Lead stretch sessions for students
Encourage varied sitting and standing positions
Consider multimodal approaches for course materials
Consider font sizes and contrasting colours when developing course materials
Provide resources for ergonomic setups
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