"Send me a Text Message!"Getting a child’s attention in order to focus on learning can be a daunting task, especially given the amounts of technological distractions that exist in their environment. Attention-training applications have shown minimal promise for increasing attention; likewise, decreasing digital multitasking is an ongoing issue. I discuss the research in these key areas of attention training and digital multitasking and address how these two concerns impact cognitive development/achievement on this episode.  Love my show? Consider being a regular subscriber! Just go to https://tinyurl.com/podcastsupport. Support the show Thanks for listening! For more information about the show, episodes, and ways to support, check out these websites: https://k12educationinsights.buzzsprout.com or https: //www.liberationthrougheducation.com/podcast Subscribe on Buzzsprout to receive a shout out on an upcoming episode You can also support me with ratings, kind words of encouragement, and by sharing this podcast with friends and family Contact me with any specific questions you have at: kim@liberationthrougheducation.com