Multiple Australian outlets report that while children are banned from using social media platforms in schools, some teachers have begun using TikTok and Instagram in classroom settings. They describe lessons in which classrooms function as filming locations for short-form videos, including TikTok clips and Instagram reels. The articles focus on a growing trend of teachers creating or using these platforms as part of teaching and engagement, despite the restrictions that apply to students.
Across Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, the coverage says the practice is becoming more common, with teachers using smartphones and classroom activities as video backdrops. The reports do not present a single unified policy response, but they highlight the practical tension between student social media bans and teacher-led content creation. The stories also indicate that the content is used to support learning, communication, or classroom participation, rather than giving students direct social media access.
Overall, the outlets describe the same development in different cities: student-facing restrictions remain in place while teachers’ use of social media tools is increasing in the classroom.
