siliconindia | | JULY 20258In today's world of bright screens and buzzing notifications, learning is slipping out of focus without even knowing it. Devices that promised to open doors to new ideas now fill our classrooms, our living rooms, and even our pockets, pulling kids into endless scrolling and short videos. What was supposed to make learning easier is actually making it weaker.Kids' attention spans are getting shorter, they're forgetting things faster, and real conversations are happening less and less. Instead of diving deep into a subject, students get stuck juggling lots of quick, shallow tasks tapping and swiping, but rarely truly understanding.Reports from global bodies like the OECD remind us that more screen time doesn't mean more knowledge. In fact, old-school tools like books and pens are still winning when it comes to deep learning. Meanwhile, mental health concerns from anxiety to sleep disruption are surging among screen-tethered youth. But this isn't a call to unplug completely. It's a call to rethink. The solution isn't in banning screens, but in balancing them turning passive scrolling into active, mindful learning. With conscious tech use, gamified lessons, and a human-first approach, screens can still serve education. But we must act before we raise a generation that can Google everything but understand nothing.Dr B.V Ravishankar, Chairman & Principal, Nagarjuna College of Engineering and Technology(NCET), says, "Technology is rapidly advancing, making yesterday's knowledge nearly obsolete. While adapting to modern tools is essential, it must be done with integration and clear limits. Overreliance on tools like ChatGPT risks the loss of originality, prompting the need for regulation. The purpose and extent of usage matter. Teachers and parents share the responsibility of guiding students from an early age, as young minds are easily shaped. The misuse of tools especially mobile phones is likened to drug addiction, harming memory and future potential. Therefore, a cautious, time-bound, and focused approach is crucial. Modern tools should be used wisely, not at the cost of creativity".Screens vs. Schools: Who's Really Teaching Our Kids?Sometimes, I look around a classroom, a cafe, or even my own home and notice more faces lit by the glow of a screen than by natural sunlight. Children with tablets, teenagers EDITORIAL EXCLUSIVEIS EDUCATION LOSING THE BATTLE TO SCREENS? M R Yuvatha, Senior Correspondent , siliconindia
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