What do I need to do so my students will do more listening and less talking and blurting? episode artwork

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

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

NOW PLAYING

What do I need to do so my students will do more listening and less talking and blurting?

0:00 13:09

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of ESSDACK Resilience Quick Bites?

This episode is 13 minutes long.

When was this ESSDACK Resilience Quick Bites episode published?

This episode was published on March 12, 2026.

What is this episode about?

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...

Can I download this ESSDACK Resilience Quick Bites episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!