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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

So Much To Do, So Little Time

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore how people dividde their time among different tasks and the effect that computer technology has had on this practice. Students write their experiences with multitaskinging. They explore how multitasking has affected...
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Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Multitasking: Brain Drain or Boost in Efficiency?

For Students 9th - 10th
Think it's a good idea to plug into iTunes, surf the Web, or watch TV while doing homework or trying to read? Many people do it and claim that jumping from one activity to another keeps their attention level up and even gives their brain...
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Professional Doc
Scholastic

Scholastic: Hands on Is Minds On

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
As students put projects together, create crafts, or use familiar materials in new ways, they're constructing meaning. Students love to touch and manipulate materials and this can activate kids' brains. This article gives tips for...
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Handout
Other

Webopedia: Operating System

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry provides information about computer operating systems and classifications. Includes linked definitions, and an illustration.