We constantly hear from students (and teachers) that their smart phone is
one of the major distractions and obstacles when it comes to attention.
This Workshop will address this problem.
This student workshop explores the role of smartphones in modern life, encouraging a balanced and mindful approach rather than an “anti-phone” stance. Students will gain insight into what constitutes healthy versus excessive phone use, supported by research on phone addiction and its effects on the brain. The session highlights how constant scrolling can impact focus and decision-making, while practical activities demonstrate how multitasking with phones can reduce productivity. Students will also learn strategies to break unhelpful habits using proven behavioural techniques and be introduced to simple focus-building practices, such as meditation, to support concentration, reduce distraction, and enhance learning.
“quote missing” – Ger Robinson, Course Author
Learning Outcomes
Personal Development:Students build self-awareness around their phone usage, understanding habits, triggers, and the impact on their wellbeing, focus, and decision-making.
Wellbeing: The workshop promotes mental health by addressing phone addiction, reducing anxiety linked to overuse, and introducing practical techniques such as mindfulness and meditation to improve focus and emotional balance.
Learning to Learn:Through insights into how multitasking affects productivity and how the brain functions, students develop more effective study habits and strategies to enhance concentration and learning outcomes.
Digital Literacy: Students critically examine their relationship with technology, gaining a clearer understanding of responsible, balanced smartphone use in the information age.
Civic & Social Responsibility: By encouraging mindful and moderate phone use, students reflect on how their digital behaviours affect their interactions, relationships, and engagement with the world around them.
Details
Audience:Perfect for TYs, suitable for all year groups
Cost: Depends on number of students and location
Venue: At your school (nationwide)
Duration: 1 - 1.5 hours
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