Spring 2021 English Essay: Children and Smartphone Ownership

This assignment is an English for Study essay that addresses the question of whether children should be allowed to own smartphones before the age of 12. The essay argues against early smartphone ownership, citing potential adverse impacts on eyesight, cognitive abilities, and brain development. It highlights the vulnerability of young children to misleading information and the rise in teenage crimes potentially linked to smartphone usage. The essay emphasizes the importance of directing children's cognitive and behavioral development ethically and appropriately, while also addressing potential health outcomes like addiction and social issues related to competition and parental relationships. The essay is supported by a reference to a journal article. This essay is a part of the English for Study unit portfolio task 2, which assessed students' writing accuracy, vocabulary range, cohesion, and task achievement.