Janet Zadina, a neuroscientist at Tulane University discussed a myth about multitasking during a workshop titled The Truth Behind “Brain-Based” Learning.
Watch a video from the workshop below, and then use the lesson plans, iconograph, and articles to teach your students more about neuroplasticity, attention, and distractions.

About the Author
Emma Lindberg
Emma is the former Outreach Associate at the Society for Neuroscience. She helped find and create Educator Resources for BrainFacts.org, as well as promote the site at conferences and events across the country.