Energy is high. Your classroom is a bit out of control. And you need to reel your students back in. We love this technique from the late, great @harrykwongpublications, by calmly holding your hand up, you are asking students to give you their attention, be quiet, be still, and to listen. This technique works well in classrooms but you can see its true power when practiced in a large scale setting like in an auditorium. No words needed. Try it for yourself! - Jeff Horwitz, Novak Education For mor

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