Keeping Calm in Chaotic Classrooms

Feeling overwhelmed by large, diverse classes? Join us for this practical webinar where we’ll share proven strategies to help you maintain your composure and create productive learning environments - even when it feels like everything is falling apart. In this session, you’ll discover management hacks specifically designed for large and mixed-level classrooms, including techniques for differentiating instruction on the fly, establishing routines that actually stick, and managing behaviour without losing your voice (or your mind). Whether you’re dealing with 30+ students, multiple ability levels, or both, you’ll walk away with actionable tools you can implement immediately. Perfect for teachers at any stage of their career who want to transform classroom chaos into controlled energy. Don't miss it! 00:00 Welcome and introduction 02:00 Overview 02:23 What is Classroom Chaos? 05:40 Understanding the Causes 09:48 How do you Keep the Classroom Calm? 14:03 Practical Strategies 17:38 Teacher Toolkit 20:13 Classroom Management Techniques 23:15 Things Will Go Wrong 25:47 Dealing with a Disruptive Student 27:38 Staying Calm in Online Classrooms 29:39 Reward Systems: Helpful or Harmful? 32:04 Takeaways 33:26 Live Q&A #TEFL #TeachingEnglish #ELT