https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o Increasing a Learner's Focus en-us 2018-08-29 14:14:32 UTC 2025-02-04 02:53:34 UTC hello@padlet.com gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276234558 My overall message of my curation is that instead of Teachers going through the hassle of demanding students to be engage in their learning; they can implement some of these techniques in their classroom to improve their students' attention span.]]> 2018-08-29 14:23:14 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276234558 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276240983  I believe it is important for both the parents and teachers to be on the same page when it comes to reinforcement. This video demonstrates how parents can play a role in increasing their child's attention span.]]> 2018-08-29 14:31:25 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276240983 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276259383 These are 7 tips that teachers can use in the classroom to keep all of students engaged. It is effective to insert breaks in between lessons, so students can get time to refocus. ]]> 2018-08-29 15:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276259383 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276261019 Each child has a different learning style. It is important to meet the diverse learning abilities of all students, so you can know what actives will keep them engaged while still learning. ]]> 2018-08-29 15:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276261019 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276269957 This infographic provides an estimate amount of minutes a person pays attention based on their age. This is something teachers can take into consideration when making a lesson plan.]]> 2018-08-29 15:26:02 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276269957 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276279205 When a student is relaxed, they are more in engaged in their learning. Teachers can set a variety of sitting areas for students instead of just having them sit at the desk. ]]> 2018-08-29 15:32:05 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276279205 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276283341 As aspiring educators, we expect our future students to pay attention to us while we are lecturing. However, let's test our attention span; switching roles will help us better understand how a student might feel.]]> 2018-08-29 15:39:59 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276283341 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276285918 Memory games can improve students' attention span because they teach children how to concentrate and focus. If teachers can include a 5-15 minutes educational memory game, they will see results. ]]> 2018-08-29 15:45:13 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276285918 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276290336 Studies have showed how mindfulness activities in the classroom have reduced stress and anxiety in students. As a result students concentration and engagement increased, better social skills, and improved decision making skills. ]]> 2018-08-29 15:54:41 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276290336 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276298923 The environment of the classroom is essential to keeping a child engaged in their learning. Students can be easily distracted by any object. For example, it is important to keep the bare minimal items needed on their desk. Any gadgets will take their focus; teachers only need to pass out assignments as needed. ]]> 2018-08-29 16:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276298923 gloriadavis474 https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276302126 I included this article because I believe that it is important for us as teachers to be very understanding when it comes to students' attention span. I believe this article will allow educators to revaluate their actions. ]]> 2018-08-29 16:11:23 UTC https://padlet.com/gloriadavis474/o7lizbv2ie2o/wish/276302126