“Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work at hand.
The sun’s rays do not burn until brought to a focus.”
– Alexander Graham Bell
In today's classroom there is a growing number of students with smart phones and other hand held gadgets. Because of the addictive nature of these devices, it is becoming increasingly difficult for teachers to compete for attention with these colourful, glowing devices. Yet, students aren't the only ones whose attention is being held captive by these gadgets. Adults too have become vulnerable.
So, what is it about iPhones and video games that makes them so addictive?
The article below explains.
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/addiction-in-society/201204/iphones-games-and-the-addictive-experience
Here is another article on how to keep these gadgets under control and regain your concentration.
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/people-in-nature/201204/the-sirens-technology