Structured round of contributions (RoundRobin / RoundTable with timing)
Aim (what it achieves)
Prevents calling out and dominance by giving an orderly participation sequence; increases fairness felt.
When to use
Short idea-generation tasks; retrieval questions; when you want every pupil to contribute without chaos.
How to use (steps)
Teacher language (examples)
“One sentence each, clockwise—no repeats.” “30 seconds per person—keep it tight.”
Top tips (makes it work)
Use for short rounds only. Teach pupils how to pass respectfully. Use after individual think/write for quality.
Common pitfalls
Using it for long tasks. Allowing cross-talk and side comments. Embarrassing pupils who pass.
SEND/PP considerations
Supports pupils who need a predictable speaking turn. Allow written notes to speak from. Let pupils pass once without penalty (reduce anxiety).
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Behaviour Matrix
- Prevent Peer friction / bickering / low-level conflict
Related strategies
Teach routines explicitly (model–practise–feedback)
Build predictable behaviour by teaching routines like curriculum content.
Active participation planning (frequent responses)
Increase engagement to reduce off-task behaviour and calling out.
Planned circulation (active supervision path)
Prevent low-level disruption by being present where it starts.
Seat for success (visibility, support, low friction)
Reduce predictable flashpoints by thoughtful seating and room layout.
Teach voice levels and talk norms (when to talk, how loud, with whom)
Prevent ‘noise creep’ and low-level disruption by making acceptable talk explicit.
Pre-teach collaboration norms (roles, turn-taking, disagreement rules)
Reduce peer friction and off-task talk by teaching ‘how to work together’.