Teachers say they need more time because of increasing demands including implementing new curricula, learning and using new technology, dealing with more student discipline issues, and taking on more administrative tasks. A report found teachers believe these demands on their time have increased over the past six years, especially with more special needs students in regular classes. While technology allows people to move faster, it's unclear if this leads to better outcomes. The author of "In Praise of Slow" advocates slowing down by focusing on one task at a time, taking walks, making one's workspace enjoyable, checking email only when needed, and using breathing exercises to reduce stress.