In a recent article on SedonaSky.org, they shared that the top 10 groups of people on average with the longest attention spans included artists and musicians. Why? Creativity.
Concentration and focus are crucial for artists to bring their visions to life. So, why not incorporate more creativity into our teaching methods?
Childhood development experts say that a child’s average attention span can be estimated by multiplying their age by two or three. For example, a ten-year-old student typically has an attention span of 20 to 30 minutes. Of course, this can vary based on the student’s interest in the subject, distractions, the complexity of the task, etc. Additionally, the rise of social media over the last decade has impacted attention spans.
Due to the mass amounts of content available online, there is never a shortage of stimuli. Mindlessly scrolling causes the brain to quickly jump from one stimulus to the next. Dr. Gloria Mark shares that this causes the brain to struggle with its ability to hold attention for longer periods of time (Psychologs.com).
We know how beneficial creativity is for student engagement and learning outcomes. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive two-part on-demand professional development series designed to help K-12 educators integrate creativity into their classrooms or programs. This course is not only appropriate for anyone working with youth, but it also meets Ohio’s H.Q.P.D. Gifted competencies of A, B, and D.
By incorporating creativity into your teaching, you can significantly enhance your students’ focus, engagement, and overall learning experience.
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Let’s talk! We offer organizational discounts on all of our on-demand learning courses and would love to discuss how we can create a customized bundle for your team. Contact us today to learn more and take the first step towards a more creative and engaging learning environment for your students.
