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To write this formal essay, you must first read the following: How (and Why) to Stop Multitasking" by Peter Bregman "In Defense of Multitasking" by David Silverman
Your assignment You will answer the following prompt (also called "research question") below: Your main research question is this: How does multitasking affect student success?
Basically, you will be arguing for or against multitasking. You will need to write about your own experiences and/or the experiences of other students, and use Bregman and/or Silverman as sources.
In addition, you must use at least one additional, outside source that is reliable. (I will explain more about finding reliable sources in class.)
Here are some related questions to consider: What is multitasking?
Are there different forms of multitasking? Do all forms of multitasking have a negative (or positive) impact?
Are some forms of multitasking more detrimental (or beneficial) than others? Is the nature of the Internet such that it is difficult, if not impossible, to avoid multitasking while working on a computer? Does Internet use have a (positive or negative) impact on our brains and the way we process information?
Why do students multitask? Are they trying to save time, or postpone difficult work or decisions? Are students losing their ability to focus?
Do students who multitask do better or worse on homework assignments and their overall grades? Is it possible to stop multitasking? Is it necessary?
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