"Mewing Trend Sparks Classroom Controversy Among Teachers"

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Source: The Independent
"Mewing Trend Sparks Classroom Controversy Among Teachers"
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The "mewing" trend, which involves flattening the tongue against the roof of the mouth, has gained popularity on social media, but teachers are hitting back, claiming that students are using it as a disrespectful gesture to avoid answering questions in class. Teachers argue that the trend negatively affects the learning environment and is hurtful and disruptive. A viral video by teacher Teresa Newman has sparked a conversation about the trend's impact on teachers and students, with many agreeing that it is disrespectful and harmful.

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