Question: How Do You Quickly Quiet a High School Class?
We’re looking for creative ways to regain student attention beyond the usual countdowns and bells.
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Quieting a high school class can be a challenge, especially when the energy is high and conversations are flowing. And techniques like countdowns and flicking the lights may not work on older students, so what do you do when the usual tactics don't work?
Edutopia Senior Editor Anne Noyes Saini is working on an article that explores this topic, and your responses can help shape it. We’re looking to collect effective, creative strategies that can help teachers quickly settle a lively group of high school students.
If you have a technique that works particularly well, we’d love to hear it. Some additional questions to consider:
- How did you introduce it to your students, and how do you keep it consistent?
- How do you adjust your approach depending on the group, the time of day, or the activity?
Share your experience with us, whether it’s a daily routine or a one-time moment of magic. Your insights can help other teachers find new ways to regain students' attention.
More on How to Quiet a High School Class
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