What behavior might indicate that a student is daydreaming or bored during a lesson?

Doodling can be a strong indicator that a student is disengaged or not fully attentive to the lesson. This behavior often suggests that the student’s mind has wandered away from the instructional content and is instead focused on personal creativity or distraction. In many cases, doodling serves as a method for students to cope with boredom, as it allows their hands to be busy while their attention drifts elsewhere.

In contrast, focused looks, copying notes, and reading course materials demonstrate active engagement with the lesson. Students showing these behaviors are typically processing the information being presented, indicating interest and participation in the learning experience. Therefore, while doodling might signify a lack of interest, the other behaviors reinforce the idea that students are engaged and invested in the lesson.