The modern learning environment is fast-paced, and students have access to limitless information. As a result, most learners are forced to divide their attention between several tasks in a habit referred to as multitasking. While the tendency to try more than one thing simultaneously may seem desirable and effective, evidence shows that multitasking causes more harm than good. According to experts, the human brain is incapable of multitasking, and what we do is switch attention rapidly between tasks, stressing our brains and overloading our senses. Here are some dangers of multitasking and why students should avoid it.
Is Multitasking Always Bad?
When people think they are multitasking, they aren’t doing two or more things simultaneously but are instead performing separate actions in rapid succession. Some people still believe that working on multiple tasks at once allows them to get more work done within a short span. Researchers have explored this issue, and the…
