Gaining the Attention of the Teacher in the Classroom

This week our whole school focus is how to gain the attention of the teacher when in the classroom. This is an important skill for both school life and life beyond the school gates. Our students are 1 or 20-30 students when in a classroom environment, and need to learn appropriate ways for asking for assistance. This can include raising their hand, using a sign on their desk or coming up and saying “Excuse me Mr/Mrs…” and waiting for a response.

Gaining the attention of your teacher is not about seeking attention for its own sake, but about being an engaged and active learner.