What is Media Multitasking and What Does Research Say About It?
Media multitasking specifically refers to the use of multiple
forms of media (i.e., texting, social media scrolling, listening to music or a
podcast, or watching videos) at the same time, and it can have positive and
negative effects on listening.
The negative effects of media multitasking have received much attention in recent years, as people question the decreasing attention span within our society. Media multitasking may promote inefficiency, because it can lead to distractions and plays a prominent role for many in procrastination.
The numerous options for media engagement that we have can also lead to a feeling of chaos as our attention is pulled in multiple directions, creating a general sense of disorder. And many of us feel a stress of “constant connectivity” when we engage in media multitasking, as we feel like we can’t live without certain personal media outlets.
Below is a great infographic from OnlineSchools.org about the interaction between media multitasking and learning:
The negative effects of media multitasking have received much attention in recent years, as people question the decreasing attention span within our society. Media multitasking may promote inefficiency, because it can lead to distractions and plays a prominent role for many in procrastination.
The numerous options for media engagement that we have can also lead to a feeling of chaos as our attention is pulled in multiple directions, creating a general sense of disorder. And many of us feel a stress of “constant connectivity” when we engage in media multitasking, as we feel like we can’t live without certain personal media outlets.
Below is a great infographic from OnlineSchools.org about the interaction between media multitasking and learning:

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