Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
A simple routine gives everyone more think time before sharing their responses—and helps manage students’ enthusiasm for shouting out answers.
A common issue in many classrooms—particularly those with young learners—is students yelling out their answers. While the eagerness is welcomed and appreciated, it can be frustrating for teachers and students alike, because when the same few quick-thinking kids blurt out the answer every time, it can rob others of an opportunity to have enough think time to come up with something of their own.
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A simple routine gives everyone more think time before sharing their responses—and helps manage students’ enthusiasm for shouting out answers.
A common issue in many classrooms—particularly those with young learners—is students yelling out their answers. While the eagerness is welcomed and appreciated, it can be frustrating for teachers and students alike, because when the same few quick-thinking kids blurt out the answer every time, it can rob others of an opportunity to have enough think time to come up with something of their own.
Find the full collection of 60-second strategies for every grade level at Edutopia: edut.to/3Rm2M2j
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#teachingstrategies #classroommanagement #kindergarten
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