Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: The Students Not Paying Attention After all the times I have asked the students to sit down and listen to me while I give them instructions, some of the students keep on talking. How can I get the students to listen to me while I am trying to give instructions? Is there any type of incentive to give the students if they listen? Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) To ensure students listen during instruction, establish clear expectations from the start of the school year. When it's time to listen, use attention-grabbing strategies like a bell or a special signal. Provide positive reinforcement for paying attention during instruction, such as free time or a little incentive. Praise and acknowledge students who follow directions consistently to encourage other kids to do the same.                 Rating The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes The suggested solution is original Yes Comments: I think students should have to earn these amenities, not be rewarded with them. Docking points for participation or giving punishments like lunch detentions might light a fire under your students. Rewards like candy will only encourage the students to get quiet for the reward, not to pay attention to the class. Rated On: October 30, 2023 4:52 pm Rated By: Ethan Page