Comment Most certainly so. (Score 1) 804
When students try to hide themselves behind a screen of digital hogwash I would instantly dismiss them. If you aren't interested in what the lecturer has to say, why even bother showing up? If you want to take notes, utilize far more superior tools: pen and paper. Beats the hell out of any not-taking utility on any laptop/tablet.
Students should be actively engaged with lecturers, and not be dividing their time between them and their computer.