A collection of tools that help me stay organised as a university lecturer. These are practical items I use for teaching preparation, planning lectures, marking, research, and managing a busy workload. Many of them also help create a focused workspac...
This is one of the tools I use most for planning and thinking through ideas. I like it because it feels very close to writing on paper, but everything stays organised digitally. I often use it for sketching out lecture plans, mapping ideas for teachi...
reMarkable 2 paper tablet
A simple desk planner that helps prioritise tasks for the day. I like using something like this to map out key tasks before starting work so the day stays focused.
Productivity Planner® - Be More Productive
Useful if you spend long hours reading or marking on screens. They help reduce eye strain during long writing or grading sessions.
Felix Gray
A monitor-mounted desk light that shines directly onto the desk without creating glare on the screen. It’s particularly useful when reading papers or marking in the evening because it provides good lighting without taking up desk space.
ScreenBar | BenQ UK
I use this on the rare occasion I have paper lecture notes to keep them organised during teaching days.