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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Laptops can be helpful but also a hindrance to academic performance. Some professors are even banning laptops or Wi-fi use in the classrooms.

Discussion on Distraction: The Debate on Laptops

Rachael Heistuman, Contributing Writer February 21, 2017
At NYU, it's common for one professor to completely band electronic while another feigns indifference. Professors and students give their opinions on the continual debate over whether having laptops in class are helpful or hindering.
Professors, students debate pulling plug on technology

Professors, students debate pulling plug on technology

Lisa Azcona November 3, 2014
The use of technology in class has been an on-going debate with students and professors, as some professors are enforcing a ban on laptops in class.