Sustained Attention
Sustained Attention
Lesson duration is: 30 minIntroduction
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Sustained Attention
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Work together in pairs
One person counts the number of squares in the image next to this.
The other intentionally distracts
(for example, by talking or moving).Finished? Remember the number.
Then switch roles.
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These are 40 squares.
The drawing consists of 8 small squares,
18 'single' squares, 9 'double' squares,
4 'triple' squares and 1 'quadruple' square.
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Hoe lastig vond jij het om jouw aandacht erbij te houden?
Staying focused is not always easy, but often necessary.
Sustained Attention
means staying focused, even when there are distractions.
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How are young people most distracted according to research?
Drag the answers into the correct order.
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What distracts you easily?
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Pomodoro Technique
You work focused for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. After 4 rounds, take a 15–30 minute break. It helps against distraction and fatigue.
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Other tips:
Ensure you have a calm and tidy space where you can work well without distractions.
Turn off distractions, such as your phone or social media.
Create a feasible schedule and break your work into small steps.
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How do you ensure you maintain your focus when
you feel you are (almost) getting distracted?
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I can concentrate
best when...
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This is what I'll take away from this lesson:
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