Dealing With Noise in the Classroom

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Potential Noise Distractions in the Classroom

ringing cell phones and pagers; computer nosies; doors from students arriving late and/or leaving early; chatting from social cliques; candy/food wrappersconstruction noise

Different Contexts for Noise Distractions in the Classroom

Large-class lecture halls, small seminar classes, site-based learning,

Minimizing Distractions in the Classroom

Specific Techniques

• Briefly address the issue in your syllabi from a positive/professionalism standpoint
• Place a reminder about noise distractions on first slide of presentation
• Place notices on entrances to classrooms/lecture halls
• Provide opportunities for students to discuss topics with classmates
• Follow up with comments or dialog with individual students who repeatedly distracting

See Dealing With Distractions in the Classroom for a broader perspective.

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