Focus by Design: Reducing Digital Distraction

COMP 2300 Winter 26 / Cooper Ade

I started the semester by paying attention to how often technology shapes my focus, not just my schedule. Small tools like calendar reminders and note apps help, but constant notifications can still fragment work time.

I started the semester by paying attention to how often technology shapes my focus, not just my schedule.

This Week

The best change I made was using two dedicated study blocks with my phone on Do Not Disturb. I finished tasks faster and had a clearer idea of what I actually learned versus what I only skimmed.

Media Check

Focused workspace image used in media check
Figure 1: Media check image emphasizing focus and reduced digital distraction.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXb3EKWsInQ

Next Up

I want to keep the same routine and measure whether this structure improves assignment quality over the next two weeks.

Cooper Ade

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Cooper Ade

Student contributor for COMP 2300 Winter 26.

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