Catch up on global daily news
Compelling long reads
Tune into captivating conversations
Watch engaging short films
Curated news, direct to your inbox
The first large-scale randomised control study yields a ringing endorsement
Catch up on global daily news
Compelling long reads
Tune into captivating conversations
Watch engaging short films
Curated news, direct to your inbox

Grades will rise—and pupils will be happier, too

But the case for bans is weak and the benefits are uncertain

New devices are cementing youngsters’ desire for digital detoxes

Restrictions would do more harm than good

They will make recycling electronics much more efficient

With your help, the Economist Educational Foundation can teach children to think critically