Managing Digital Distractions in the Classroom

Can you imagine your life without a computer or smartphone? They make our lives easier, more efficient, and more connected. Yet, in the classroom, many instructors ban digital devices because they turn into digital distractions or worse, a cheating tool. Student response to the ban? They sharpen their device hiding skills. At this workshop, we will discuss how to help students stay focused on learning. You will leave this workshop with a few practical ideas and strategies on managing digital distractions in your classroom.