Students who TALK TOO MUCHWhat to Do?

Talking too much, blurting out,

interrupting = Ubiquitous Problem

It’s always rude

What to Do? 1.Create Rules &

Expectations2.Enforce Consequences3.Explain Why

Talk is the Teacher’s

ResponsibilityClassroom management can be learnedhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgk-719mTxM

Coursera: Match Education: Surviving your Rookie Year of Teaching

From stickers to sticking closeFrom praise to respect

Helpful Hints

Games: The Less you Talk the More you Ask = Winner

Use a Timer /Timekeeper

Use a Talking StickConsider Groups/Pairs – Talk Balance Charts

Teach Active Listening(as well as Speaking)

Consider Classroom Environment

Helpful RoutinesCheck in/ Talk for one minute about anything / about random object

Check out: One minute: What did I learn today – every student has one minute or less

Finally - Keep Your Teacher Talk Minimal!

You model English communication style as well as register