Improving Organizational Skills for Physical and Digital Space

Times are changing in education. On one hand, classrooms are moving away from paper, with students managing assignments, homework, and reading materials online. Now, assignments are posted digitally rather than written down, and work is submitted online instead of being physically handed in. On the other hand, there is also a push for students to use fewer devices in the classroom, favoring physical materials instead. Yet, cluttered desks, misplaced items, loose papers, and missing books can make it difficult for students to find what they need quickly and stay engaged in their work. Disorganization can make it challenging for students to access their books and materials between classes.

Similarly, a student’s study space at school or home may be cluttered with distractions, making it harder to focus and complete assignments efficiently. While physical disorganization is easy to spot, these issues often mirror what’s happening digitally.

In this lecture, Sarah will…