Legal Realism theory

In 2011, the Toronto District School Board changed its policy to allow cell phone use in the classroom. The rule banning them was only four years old at the time. Now cell phones are allowed, but their use is up to individual schools and teachers.

a) Do you believe cell phone use changed dramatically between 2007 and now? Does the change in policy reflect change in the community?

b) Should all teachers be required to permit the use of cellphones in class?

c) Imagine you are the policy/lawmaker in this case: What are some of the pros and cons of allowing cell phones to be used in classrooms? What rules should be made to control how they are used in classrooms?

Be sure to make a strong connection between the theory of legal realism and the scenario - make sure to show HOW and WHY the legal theory would apply to the specific situation.