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#114: Quick Win Challenge! Use this technique for smooth, stress-free, and energy-saving transitions.
Manage episode 471184438 series 3396568
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple yet powerful transition technique that can help you regain student attention without raising your voice or using unnecessary energy.
Transitions can be one of the trickiest parts of classroom management. Picture this: students are engaged in a group task, there’s movement, chatter, and productive chaos, but now you need to bring them back to whole-class instruction. Rather than calling for attention repeatedly, try this:
- Play transition music—a predetermined song that signals to students it’s time to shift back.
- Project your laptop screen onto the board and type your instructions in big, bold font for students to follow.
This method is non-verbal, calm, direct, and engaging. It saves your voice, adds a bit of novelty, and helps students smoothly transition without unnecessary disruption. Listen in for tips on making this work effectively in your classroom.
Have a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!
JOIN MY FREE LIVE TRAINING: TURN YOUR TEACHING INTO A CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT MACHINE
RESOURCES AND MORE SUPPORT:
- Shop all resources
- Join The Behaviour Club
- My book! It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management
- The Low-Level Behaviour Bootcamp
- Free guide: 'Chats that Create Change'
Connect with me:
- Follow on Instagram @the.unteachables
- Check out my website
Chapters
1. Introduction to the Weekly Quick Win Challenge (00:00:00)
2. The Challenge: Mastering Class Transitions (00:33:32)
3. Recap and Encouragement to Implement the Strategy (02:00:47)
127 episodes
Manage episode 471184438 series 3396568
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple yet powerful transition technique that can help you regain student attention without raising your voice or using unnecessary energy.
Transitions can be one of the trickiest parts of classroom management. Picture this: students are engaged in a group task, there’s movement, chatter, and productive chaos, but now you need to bring them back to whole-class instruction. Rather than calling for attention repeatedly, try this:
- Play transition music—a predetermined song that signals to students it’s time to shift back.
- Project your laptop screen onto the board and type your instructions in big, bold font for students to follow.
This method is non-verbal, calm, direct, and engaging. It saves your voice, adds a bit of novelty, and helps students smoothly transition without unnecessary disruption. Listen in for tips on making this work effectively in your classroom.
Have a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!
JOIN MY FREE LIVE TRAINING: TURN YOUR TEACHING INTO A CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT MACHINE
RESOURCES AND MORE SUPPORT:
- Shop all resources
- Join The Behaviour Club
- My book! It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management
- The Low-Level Behaviour Bootcamp
- Free guide: 'Chats that Create Change'
Connect with me:
- Follow on Instagram @the.unteachables
- Check out my website
Chapters
1. Introduction to the Weekly Quick Win Challenge (00:00:00)
2. The Challenge: Mastering Class Transitions (00:33:32)
3. Recap and Encouragement to Implement the Strategy (02:00:47)
127 episodes
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