Center for Attention Learning and Memory
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Written by Martha Zimmerman Take a look at these two videos to learn more about the effects of attempting to multitask and a way to try and end multitasking and become more productive. The first from McGill University Psychology Professor Daniel Levitin. He describes the neurobiological costs of attempting to multitask, and how this leads to mental... Continue Reading →
Written by Martha Zimmerman Multitasking is a myth; what you are actually doing is task switching. This idea may challenge how we view ourselves, students, or our colleagues. You may believe that you have the ability to complete two or more tasks at once; however, you are actually alternating between the tasks. Moving between tasks can cause a decrease in productivity (Rubenstein,... Continue Reading →
Written by Soquania Henry This week we're continuing the conversation about multitasking. What is multitasking, why does it do more harm than good, and how can you avoid it? Check out the resources below to learn more! Does Multitasking Kill Productivity? Learn ways to be more successful while doing your daily tasks from Next Level... Continue Reading →
Written by Katelynn Brown Repeatedly throughout the day, we find ourselves engaged in multitasking. We engage in multitasking when we email while eating a meal, when we text while walking, or when we try to watch TV as we are completing homework. Many times when are engaging in these behaviors, we don’t even notice... Continue Reading →
With increasing use of cell phones, society has grown attached to these mobile devices and our attention and memory have been strongly affected. In a recent article, Galván, Vessal, and Golly (2013) examine the effects of one-sided and two-sided conversations on attention and memory of bystanders. In this experiment, researchers led participants to believe that... Continue Reading →
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