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Attention: The Hidden Driver of Academic Success

ATTENTION: THE HIDDEN DRIVER OF ACADEMIC SUCCESS What New Research Says About Sustained Focus and Achievement Excellent Educator, 3(12), 11-12, 2026 WHAT RESEARCH FOUND Educational discussions often focus on curriculum, teaching methods, and assessment practices. However, a large-scale study involving more than 700 students aged 9–14 years suggests that one often-overlooked factor may significantly influence […]

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Can Attention Be Taught?

CAN ATTENTION BE TAUGHT? What New Research Says About Cognitive Control and Self-Regulated Learning Excellent Educator, 3(12), 9-10, 2026 WHAT RESEARCH FOUND Attention is often viewed as a personal trait—something students either possess or lack. However, recent research suggests that attention can be strengthened through carefully designed learning strategies. Researchers divided children into two groups.

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Is Technology Reshaping the Developing Brain?

Is Technology Reshaping the Developing Brain? Excellent Educator, Volume: 3, Issue: 9, Page: 2 Summary of Clemente-Suárez et al. (2024) Academic Insights This review synthesizes over 150 studies to examine how digital device usage influences children’s cognitive development, including attention, memory, and executive function. The findings highlight a dual effect: interactive and educational technologies can

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Can Digital Tools Improve Attention in Classrooms?

Can Digital Tools Improve Attention in Classrooms? Excellent Educator, Volume: 3, Issue: 9, Page: 5 Summary of Gunnars (2024) Academic Insights This systematic review examines how digital technology influence executive function (EF) and attention in primary education, particularly for students with special educational needs (SEN). Findings show that digital tools can both support and hinder

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