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Outsmarting Attention Thieves

How can we protect our attention when surrounded by tech distractions?

Our brains have limits to what they can pay attention to, and technology can sometimes make it harder to stay on task. This lesson helps students understand their brain's attention limits and develop strategies to manage tech distractions. Students will explore what distracts them most and practice effective techniques to protect their focus when using technology.

Objectives

  • Understand that their brains have limits to what they can pay attention to
  • Identify when tech distractions might be affecting their focus
  • Practice simple strategies to manage tech distractions

Vocabulary

Attention
Attention focusing your mind on something specific
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Time
20 mins.

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