Devices create dilemmas for teachers. There are pros and cons to allowing students to use laptops and smart phones in class. Some research suggests total laptop bans can backfire in terms of attendance and overall student performance (Elliott-Dorans, 2018). Since devices are ubiquitous, addicting, and sometimes actually educationally useful, a better strategy is probably to go with the flow of technology rather than trying to stem the tide. Some tips for using devices in class include the following.