1. The Science of Multitasking, and Why You Should Doodle in Class
This article says that people cannot really multitask. We think we can do two things at once, but we are just switching back and forth quickly. This makes us slower and more likely to make mistakes.
But sometimes, doing a small task like doodling can help us focus. Doodling doesn’t take much brain power, so it can keep us from getting bored or zoning out during a long class or meeting. It works best when the main task is boring or repetitive.
So, the writer says it’s okay to doodle if it helps you stay focused. But if you are doing something that needs full attention, it’s better to do one thing at a time. Multitasking doesn’t really help with important work.
2. Think You’re Great at Multitasking? Think Again
This article explains that most people are not good at multitasking, even if they think they are. Studies show that people who believe they can multitask well actually do worse. They make more mistakes and finish tasks slower.
The brain can’t do two hard things at once. Instead, it jumps from one task to another, which takes time and focus. Only a very small group of people, called "supertaskers," can actually multitask well, but they are rare.
The author wants us to stop pretending we can do everything at once. It's better to focus on one task, finish it, and then move on. This way, we can work better and avoid making mistakes.
3. Is Your Team Multitasking to Survive Your Videoconference Meetings?
This article talks about why people multitask during online meetings. It’s not because they are lazy, but because the meetings are often boring or too long. When people feel the meeting is a waste of time, they do other things.
The writer says that the real problem is how the meeting is planned. If the meeting has too many people, no clear purpose, or takes too long, people stop paying attention. They check emails, use their phones, or do other work.
To fix this we should make meetings shorter and more focused. Everyone should feel like their time is important. If meetings are well-planned, people will listen better and stop multitasking.
