Time and Priority Management
Grade 10th Grade · Health · 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can develop strategies for managing my time and priorities effectively.
Warm-Up Video
TED-Ed · 5:10
How to manage your time more effectively (according to machines) - Brian Christian
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
NASA's Pathfinder spacecraft experienced a bug in its scheduler, causing it to prioritize tasks incorrectly and halt transmissions.
- 2
Prioritizing tasks using a quadratic-time algorithm, such as constantly ranking emails by importance, can lead to inefficiency because the work increases quadratically with the amount of tasks.
- 3
To manage interruptions effectively, consider using a technique called interrupt coalescing, which involves grouping interruptions together and addressing them at fixed intervals to minimize context switching and improve focus.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Explain two strategies, based on the video, that can help you manage your time and priorities more effectively. Be sure to explain why each strategy is effective, based on the computer science principles discussed.”
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