Category: Productivity

Ulysses Writing App

Posted on March 25, 2021 by In Productivity, Writing
A student studying on her laptop.
Ulysses is a markup-based mobile word processor that’s designed to be distraction free, easy to use, but still packed with powerful writing features. Essentially, the app is designed to be used via keyboard only, so writers can stay in the flow and not have stop to worry about formatting. Headings, bold, italics, and other formatting…

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Microsoft To Do

Posted on March 18, 2021 by In Productivity
A person using a digital calendar.
Today we’re going to look at Microsoft’s free task management app To Do. Task management/list making apps can be useful to anyone, but they are especially helpful for those who struggle with executive functioning or other attention-based challenges. These apps are great for keeping people on track because they allow users to create simple categorized…

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Glean Notes

Posted on January 28, 2021 by In Learning, Productivity, Writing
A woman taking notes on a laptop..
Notetaking is a critical classroom skill, but it’s also something that’s often overlooked or taken for granted. The idea of “taking notes” seems simple enough on the surface, but what does this process really entail? How do we know what information is relevant and what isn’t? This can often be difficult to determine, especially while…

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Co:Writer Universal

Posted on January 14, 2021 by In Learning, Productivity, Writing
A man using a laptop to study.
Whether you’re a student, a teacher, or a working professional in 2020, you’re probably doing at least a bit of writing in your day-to-day life, and you’re probably doing it electronically. For those who struggle with writing, the digital approach opens up so many more possibilities for support, especially since tutoring can be costly, inconvenient,…

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