Weekly Inspo Vids - Week Twenty Eight
Hey folks,
Two weeks ago, we were bundled up in snow, and today? Sunny and 62 degrees. Is that only in Oregon? It’s a fitting reminder of just how quickly things change—which feels especially relevant as we dive into forecasting season at school. The year is flying by, and before we know it, our focus will fully shift to 2025-26. It can be hard to remember the students right in front of us. I’m trying to remember that the present is the only thing we can actually impact in real-time.
This week, we’ve got a little something for everyone: a lighthearted video to bring some levity to your day and the next installment in our five-week series on last year’s best education research. Today’s topic? How attention spreads (or doesn’t) like a virus in the classroom. It’s fascinating stuff with real implications for how we engage students.
Enjoy!
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Possible Caption: Students give a masterclass in dedication.
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"I wanted what everyone wants. To be me, full-time."
Phil Knight
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Students' attention in the classroom isn’t just an individual trait—it spreads like emotions or behaviors. Recent research shows that when students sit next to distracted peers, they are more likely to lose focus, take fewer notes, and perform worse on assessments. Surprisingly, sitting next to highly engaged students doesn’t automatically boost attention the same way. Understanding how attention spreads can help teachers design seating arrangements and classroom strategies that keep students engaged and minimize distractions.
