Mike Hobbiss

Mike Hobbiss, a teacher and researcher with a PhD focused on attention in classrooms, shares valuable insights on the science of attention in education. He reveals that distractions like peers and phones significantly hinder learning. Mike emphasizes the importance of structured seating and clear routines to enhance focus. He also discusses practical strategies for teachers, such as using spatial cues, prediction tasks, and managing non-cognitive factors like anxiety. Ultimately, he argues that addressing attention issues is crucial for promoting equity in education.