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Councillors warn against devices replacing teaching in schools

Councillors warn against devices replacing teaching in schools
BBC Scotland Friday 23 October 2026, 07:31 UTC 1 min read
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Most pupils in the Highlands have a laptop provided by their school.

Most pupils in the Highlands have a laptop provided by their school.
Highlands (LOCATION)
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