They Behave For Me

How do I get students to work quietly?

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May 23, 2025
The hosts discuss the critical role of student participation in creating an engaging classroom environment. They share humorous anecdotes and reflections from their teaching experiences, highlighting the balance between fun and discipline. Strategies for managing behavior, such as countdown techniques, are explored to regain student attention. They also emphasize the importance of clear communication and consistent expectations to foster effective learning. Additionally, the conversation touches on integrating literacy and numeracy into curriculums with specialized instruction.
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INSIGHT

Participation and Assessment Importance

  • Student participation is key to learning; no participation means no learning.
  • Teachers must assess understanding regularly, or learning happens by accident.
INSIGHT

Ensure CPD Has Strategic Follow-Up

  • Delivering CPD is ineffective without follow-up quality assurance.
  • Staff need strategic support, observations, and feedback for change to happen.
ADVICE

Insist on Silence, Not Quiet

  • Use the word 'silence' instead of 'quiet' to set clear expectations for student behavior.
  • Insist on silence consistently and plan lesson parts with easy tasks to maintain it longer.
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