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Do mandatory school devices put a burden on families?

The ERSI has said that mandatory school devices put a ‘burden’ on families. Students' access to d...

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11.35 7 Jul 2026


Do mandatory school devices put a burden on families?


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11.35 7 Jul 2026


The ERSI has said that mandatory school devices put a ‘burden’ on families.

Students' access to digital learning and technologies is increasingly dependent on their family's ability to pay. Without strategic intervention, we run the risk of deepening inequality between schools' students.

Do mandatory screens put a burden on families? Or do they create inequality between students?

Joining Andrea to discuss is Eoin Dolan, Principal of Mother of Divine Grace National School in Finglas, Comedian Steve Cummins and listeners.


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