The debate on the use of mobile phones in classrooms has opened after the Ministry of Education proposed restricting their presence in educational centers in December 2023. In 2018, France was one of the pioneers in Europe by prohibiting its use by law until college (the equivalent of 3rd ESO), due to the "serious" harm it can cause for teaching.

China joined this initiative in 2021. In the case of the United States there are differences between States, although some parents raise questions related to the safety of children in emergency situations.