Most university students and faculty have cell phones. A Harris Poll in 2008 found that more than 90% of adults in the United States have cell phones Ownership rates are higher among university students, approaching 100% on some campuses. All these phones result in potential distractions in the university classroom. Campbell and Russo reported that students frequently complain about the distraction from ringing during class time and that university classrooms are perceived to be one of the least acceptable places for mobile phone use Another survey by Campbell found that most university students and faculty would support university policy against mobile phone use during class time.
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