Change of seating

Gives students a sense of power and control

Allows students to be comfortable (an uncomfortable student is a distracted one)

Removes students away from distractions

Allows student to be around students that exhibit positive behavior

Allows opportunity for sensory input and stimulation that can help students focus

When students are struggling to stay in their area

When students are very hyper

When sitting in one spot or a particular area is not allowing student(s) to be successful

Speak with the class about allowing students about changing seats

Inform them of your expectations (they should know that changing seats or standing is not free time)

Provide models of appropriate and inappropriate behaviors

Allow students to practice while you monitor

When you feel comfortable you can start implementing in your classroom