Life lessons: UAE school heads say new social media rules will 'protect childhood in digital age' (opens original article in a new tab)

UAE school leaders endorse new social media restrictions for children under 15 to enhance well-being and learning, with schools focusing on real-world engagement and digital literacy education.

• UAE school leaders support new social media restrictions for children under 15 to improve well-being and learning
• The policy bans social media use for children under 15 and limits access for 15-16 year olds with safeguards
• Schools aim to promote real-world engagement and digital literacy through education and parent partnerships
• The UAE plans to implement the law within a year, requiring social media companies to comply