Congratulations to Haley Tancredi, Dr Callula Killingly, and C4IE Centre Director, Professor Linda Graham, for their recent publication in The Conversation titled, “’My brain leaves the room’: what happens when teachers talk too much”. The article explores the negative impact of excessive teacher talk on student engagement and learning, particularly for students with developmental language disorder (DLD) or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It highlights the importance of balancing teacher-led instruction with student-centred activities to maintain attention and enhance educational outcomes. The article also examines what makes an “excellent” teacher, drawing on student responses that emphasise the use of simple words and repeated instruction. Read the full article here.
For further insights into DLD and ADHD, you can also read Professor Linda Graham and Haley Tancredi’s previous article in The Conversation titled, “What is DLD – the most common disorder you have ‘never heard of?“.
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