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Multitasking in the Modern Virtual Classroom

InSync Training

I’m willing to bet that you divided your attention between the event and other things like email, lunch, or a pressing project. Even the most committed learners and seasoned virtual classroom experts have a tendency to multitask in this learning environment. We don’t judge!

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Hosting corporate offline events in the post-pandemic era

TalentLMS

Corporate offline events put on hold during the pandemic are making a comeback. And with them comes a new dilemma : Should we encourage more in-person events or embrace the new flexible work-from-anywhere mentality? We’ll share some offline event examples to help you plan for success.

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Presentation Backchannel Multitasking

Tony Karrer

Caveats to Multitasking is Generally Bad for Work and Learning See my post on Multitasking for a summary of this. Or Clive Shepherd's How should presenters address multitasking? simple statement: Multitasking is an illusion – we are simply not capable of doing it. Multitasking Doodling and Notetaking are good.

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Your Brain on Change

Learningtogo

The amygdala will capture the context of this experience so that when we remember it in the future, we will recall the emotions and physical sensations surrounding the event. Contrary to popular belief, the brain does not multitask. That’s how a significant childhood memory can be recalled with such rich, sensual detail.). Switch cost.

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Top 8 Benefits of Educational Games in K12 Learning

Hurix Digital

In doing so, educators can confirm that their students have retained the information from the book and that knowledge is now transferable to a game, and ultimately transferrable to life beyond K12 learning environments. 3. Video games have also been shown to boost multitasking and learning ability by stimulating the brain’s frontal lobe.”

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How Practicing Mindfulness in the Workplace Can Ease Stress and Improve Productivity

KnowledgeCity

Let’s turn to Berkeley University for a concise definition: “Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a gentle, nurturing lens.”. Letting go of worries that stem from past or future events. Finding tranquility with the activity at hand.

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Navigating diversity vs inclusion: Tapping into the hidden workforce

TalentLMS

Recognizing and appreciating these diverse strengths leads to a more inclusive work environment. These individuals, however, are highly resilient and able to multitask effectively. Embracing neurodiversity fosters an environment that values different ways of thinking, leading to increased innovation and collaboration.