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Dealing with Digital Distraction in the Classroom

Digital devices put the world at our students' fingertips, whether with their own cell phones or with school-provided computers and tablets. But along with opportunities for powerful learning come the risks -- and realities -- of distraction. So what are the best ways to manage digital distraction in the classroom? Check out our practical tips on supporting students and modeling productive 21st-century learning.

For more tips and resources, check out our Device Onboarding lessons for grades K–5, and our digital citizenship lessons on Media Balance and Well-Being