A Device Free Lunch Break program: An experiment to promote a balanced used of electronic devices in Middle Secondary International schools.

Abstract Since the introduction of a Bring Your Own iPad scheme in Middle Years section large International School, concerns have been raised from school community members regarding students’ overuse their devices, especially during lunch breaks. Hence, device free break (DFLB) programme was introduced with aim reinforcing existing guidance for students about achieving and maintaining balanced approach to use devices. The DFLB planned based on market research strategies included all including students, parents/guardians staff. findings statistical analysis data showed significant similarities between staff parents/guardians’ perceptions student terms electronic However, that opinions parent/guardians contrasted those expressed by students. also evidence resulted increased recognition importance making face-to-face social contacts classmates break.