ACTIVITY:
Set a timer
On the first line write: MULTITASKING IS A MYTH
On the second line write the numbers 1 - 19
Record your time
Set the timer
Write the same sequence of letters and numbers on the 3rd and 4th lines. However, you should write a letter on line 3, then a number on line 4, until they have completed both lines.
What was your time?
WATCH:
The Impossible Text and Driving Test
Activity:
Create a poster (Use Canva or Google Slides) that shows 3 things students can do to not multitask while doing homework. You can use this video for inspiration.
Practice:
Do you want to see how you spend your time on your laptop? WebTime Tracker, a Chrome app will keep track for you.
Try Limit - Limit your time spent on distracting sites. Limit is an extension that allows you to set time limits for distracting websites.
QUESTIONS:
Do you text, listen to music, watch videos or check Facebook, Instagram or Twitter while doing schoolwork at home? At school? How do you think that “toggling” affects how you learn?
How much time do you spend each day in front of a screen?
How easy is it for you to ignore digital temptations while reading, writing or doing other kinds of schoolwork? What examples can you share?
Have you, your parents or your teachers set limits on when and how you use technology? How have those limits affected you?
Do you think technology is getting in the way of your ability to write and communicate face to face?
Do you suffer from a “Wikipedia problem”? Are you likely to give up when you can’t find an answer quickly?
Optional Reading: