EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 13 MIN
What do I need to do so my students will do more listening and less talking and blurting?
from ESSDACK Resilience Quick Bites · host ESSDACK Resilience Team
Tired of the "Blurts"? Here’s How to Get Your Students to Listen More (and Talk Less!) 🍎Does it ever feel like you're competing with a megaphone in your own classroom? You’re not alone. In this video, we tackle one of the most common teacher frustrations: student blurting and impulsive talking.We’re moving beyond just saying "shhh" and diving into strategies that build a culture of active listening and mutual respect. Whether you have a "Chatty Cathy" or an entire class of "Interrupting Chickens," these tips will help you reclaim your instructional time and lower your stress levels.In this video, you’ll learn:The "Why" Behind the Blurt: Understanding impulsivity vs. misbehavior.Clear Boundaries: How to define "important participation" with your students.Non-Verbal Magic: Using hand signals and "secret codes" to redirect without stopping your lesson.Incentive Systems: From "Blurt Buttons" to "Talkin' Tokens" that actually work.The Power of Wait Time: Why silence is your best teaching tool.Connect with us! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for weekly classroom management hacks and teacher self-care tips. Comment below: What is your #1 strategy for handling a chatty class?#ClassroomManagement #TeacherTips #Education #ActiveListening #StopBlurting #NewTeacherSupport #TeachSmart
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Tired of the "Blurts"? Here’s How to Get Your Students to Listen More (and Talk Less!) 🍎Does it ever feel like you're competing with a megaphone in your own classroom? You’re not alone. In this video, we tackle one of the most common teacher frustrations: student blurting and impulsive talking.We’re moving beyond just saying "shhh" and diving into strategies that build a culture of active listening and mutual respect. Whether you have a "Chatty Cathy" or an entire class of "Interrupting Chickens," these tips will help you reclaim your instructional time and lower your stress levels.In this video, you’ll learn:The "Why" Behind the Blurt: Understanding impulsivity vs. misbehavior.Clear Boundaries: How to define "important participation" with your students.Non-Verbal Magic: Using hand signals and "secret codes" to redirect without stopping your lesson.Incentive Systems: From "Blurt Buttons" to "Talkin' Tokens" that actually work.The Power of Wait Time: Why silence is your best teaching tool.Connect with us! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for weekly classroom management hacks and teacher self-care tips. Comment below: What is your #1 strategy for handling a chatty class?#ClassroomManagement #TeacherTips #Education #ActiveListening #StopBlurting #NewTeacherSupport #TeachSmart
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