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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