As a teacher, you know that it can be a challenge to capture the attention of students who are increasingly distracted by cell phones, laptops and other devices of our modern age. Truthfully, engaging students in the learning process has become a challenge. A study published by Swansea Metropolitan University in Wales showed that teachers and pupils agree that active participation and talking about their ideas in the classroom helps children learn more effectively. But how does a teacher create active participation in a classroom filled with distractions?
