Explicit Instruction PD

What is explicit instruction?

• a systematic method of teaching with emphasis on proceeding in small steps, checking for understanding, and achieving active and successful student participation

• a discovery approach whereby students engage in the investigation process then experience structured and sequenced instruction

• a method that combines direct instruction and guided practice to focus on achieving active and successful student participation

• a systematic approach where lessons are broken into digestible chunks and then taught using only simple language and content vocabulary

What is the effect size of explicit instruction on student achievement?

• .40

• .50

• .60

• .70

Which of the following is NOT a component of explicit instruction?

• Identifying clear and specific objectives

• Reviewing previously learned skills and preteaching key vocabulary

• Giving students time to work independently and pull from prior knowledge before modeling an example

• Providing students multiple opportunities for independent practice

Explicit instruction should:

• move at a slow, steady pace to ensure students at all levels can develop understanding

• always include a real-world component to ensure students engage in higher-level thinking

• is a model best suited for Tier 1 whole-group instruction

• include immediate, affirmative, and corrective feedback