Category: Productivity

How to: Eliminate Distractions While Using Windows 10

Posted on October 22, 2020 by In How to:, PC, Productivity
A man working on his laptop
Staying focused and on-task while working digitally can be a real challenge, especially for individuals who struggle with executive functioning and other similar attention-based challenges. In case you’re not familiar, executive function refers to a set of skills that we use to work, learn, and manage our daily lives. These skills include working memory, self-control,…

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Planboard: A Free Lesson Planner

Posted on October 08, 2020 by In Learning, Productivity
A teacher planning lessons on her laptop
With COVID-19 conscious social distance protocols being enacted around the world, many teachers and parents are moving towards a digital approach to education. And with so many free teaching apps on the market, there are plenty of different tools to choose from when it comes to teaching in an online/home-based environment. When it comes to…

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iA Writer: Distraction-Free Writing

Posted on October 01, 2020 by In Productivity, Writing
A close-up shot of someone writing on their laptop
There’s no doubt that we live in a distracting time. With an almost constant connection to our phones, emails, and social media, it can sometimes seem impossible to truly “get away from it all” and stay focused, especially when writing. Now imagine you’re someone who struggles with staying focused and on task, and you’re trying…

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FastFig: Calculator and Word Processor

Posted on September 24, 2020 by In Mac, Math, PC, Productivity
A person using their laptop for math
With math being the most tutored subject in school, there are no doubt many learners who are especially struggling during this pandemic, particularly those students who are not able to find or afford tutoring. The app that we are looking at today is well suited for students who struggle with math but do not have…

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How to: Use Microsoft 365 in the Classroom

Posted on September 17, 2020 by In Android, Apps, How to:, iOS, Learning, Mac, PC, Productivity, Reading, Writing
Students using AT in the classroom
With another school year beginning, we thought it would be a great time to talk about using Microsoft 365 in the classroom. This suite of productivity apps is constantly growing and improving, and new accessibility features and educationally focused improvements are constantly being added. Especially with the unique challenges that we are faced with in…

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