Education Dive – Shannon Gilfeather
“When a student appears to be inattentive, it’s easy to say, “Listen up” or “Pay attention.” However, it may not be that easy for the student to do so. Some studies report that people’s attention spans are shrinking. Others say they are simply evolving and becoming more selective. Researchers theorize that these may be the effects of the mobile revolution and an increasingly digitized lifestyle. Since technology is here to stay, how can we help students improve their focus and attention so they are ready, willing and able to learn?” (more)