Cell Phones In the Classroom

Yesterday I listened to presentation about cell phones being used in the classroom as learning tools.  This presentation really sparked my interest, because I went to a high school where cell phones were to be kept out of sight and barely mentioned.  If one happened to ring we would all hold our breath until the teacher found the guilty victim and confiscated the cell phone.  The thought of cell phones being allowed  into the classrooms and even used to promote learning is a thought that truly amazes me! It does make sense though because a large majority of high school students not only own cell phones but seem to be very much addicted to them.  I can see how allowing them into the classroom could possibly revive student interest in the subject being taught.  It was interesting also to see the different uses the presenter had in mind for teaching the students through their cell phones.  Most of these ideas were over my head, being a bit technologically impaired.  This is certainly an idea I would to see in action and to learn more about so that I can better understand it!