Sweden reduces screen use in schools, revives printed textbooks

The Swedish government announced a shift in its education policy, investing in printed schoolbooks and limiting the use of digital screens for young children. New funding will purchase new textbooks and educational materials, while rules aim to cut screen exposure, especially in early grades, and ban mobile phones in classrooms.

Officials say research shows that handwriting and reading from paper improve comprehension, memory and concentration, and cite UNESCO advice that technology should support rather than replace traditional learning. Digital tools will still be used for older students, but the overall approach seeks a balance between technology and conventional methods, drawing interest from other nations evaluating screen time in education.