DESCRIPTION: Do you have a chatty class? Are you struggling to get your students’ attention and keep them focused? In this episode, I discuss the different strategies when it comes to dealing with a chatty class so that you can create the learning environment you want for your students.  KEY TAKEAWAYS: Have a seating plan and don’t be afraid to change itPraise the students doing the right thing Establish and maintain rules and expectations Make sure they know you are in chargeTrain your students to track the speaker Don't talk at them Have progressive activities in place Pitch the lessons at the right level. BEST MOMENTS: “It’s all about your behaviour management in your classroom”  “That is the consequence that they have chosen” “Reward the students that listen” “If you have to set sanctions, do it”  “Adopt a no-excuses approach” VALUABLE RESOURCES: Patreon EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT How to prevent behaviour problems from happening in the first place How to deal with behaviour problems when they do happen ABOUT THE HOST: Tem is an experienced teacher who started teaching in 2009, specialising in Secondary PE. She also has experience working as an SEN class teacher in an SEN provision, and has mentored a number of teachers over the years. CONTACT METHOD:  Email: [email protected] Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtips Instagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.