Fostering Student Engagement in the Age of Digital Distraction
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Fostering Student Engagement in the Age of Digital Distraction

Amidst the clicks, beeps and dings of our digital present, attention is at an all-time premium. And with fingertip access to streaming video, social media and endlessly-looping GIFs, it’s no wonder that technology is often blamed for students’ lack of focus.

Like it or not, the screens are here to stay. So, we must work with technology, not against it.

For this guide, we wanted to learn how educators keep students engaged in a world of constant distraction. We discovered several factors—device mastery, workflow and feedback, even of the shape and layout of classrooms—turning the tables in favor of educators.

We hope the tips and tricks below will help you and your students stay focused.

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