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Ep 009: Five Strategies to Secure 100% Attention

September 10, 2026 · 38 min

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Pritesh and Neena explore 5 powerful strategies for teachers to secure and sustain 100% attention. From using your body, eyes, and silence, to giving simple instructions that prevent the loss of attention in the first place, this episode packed with practical practices.

They also mention Paul Kirschner & Paddington Bear. Make of that what you will.

Timestamps:

0:07 Conference Buzz and Attention Strategies
1:36 Five Ways to Secure Attention
3:02 Be Seen Looking
5:09 Scan the Room Clearly
10:47 Positive Praise After Scanning
12:55 Countdown Pace and Urgency
21:50 Quiet Counts for Writing Time
26:15 Tuck Chairs In
29:55 Silent Self-Interrupt
34:58 Five Attention Tips Recapped
35:51 Next Episode: Participation Culture

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Hosts: Pritesh Raichura and Neena Sharma

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