For all those that get distracted in class or like to do other things, here is a list of everything that distracts me while I am in class. I know I should be paying attention, but that has yet to stop me.
1. Doodling
This is basic, old school, my professor doesn't allow screens not paying attention.
2. Talking
If you get away with this, points for you!
3. Emailing
That inbox needs to get cleaned out at some point.
4. Social Media-ing
Need to stay up-to-date on what is going on with all the networks.
5. Texting/Messaging
Of course with your friend who is also in the class but maybe too far away to talk with; class commentary ensues.
6. Online Shopping
Everything is cute or cool, and I want it all.
7. Courseworking
For the class you are in or even another, have to be productive, right?
8. Planning the Rest of Your Day
Self-explanatory, have to update that planner obsessively.
9. Planning Your Weekend
This tends to be more of a problem during Friday classes, so close to a few days of freedom.
10. Sleeping
There is always a need for this, but beware, don't get caught.11. Online Quizzing
So accurate, all the time; it's like they know me.
12. Creating Renditions of Your Professor/Classmates
#artist #talent
13. Thinking about All the Things You Have to Do
The list never ends.
14. Daydreaming
What if I bought that dress I saw while not paying attention in class? (See #6)
15. Wondering if Anyone Else Is Paying Attention
It can't only be you, right?
16. Facebook Stalking that Cute Person in Class
I mean, it's creepy, but as long as you don't like a post from 2013, you're fine.
17. Facebook Stalking Yourself
Constant maintenance of projected image.
18. Staring Out the Window
For any potential distraction by squirrels or people.
19. Watching Videos
Oh so stealthily with captions on.
20. Reading Odyssey Articles
Hey, I wrote this in class, so you could potentially be reading this in class.
In the end, we all know that we do better in a class when we pay attention, but sometimes it's rough. For those times, here are some distraction suggestions, as if you needed more to distract you!
