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pepyto

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Summarize the research findings on the effectiveness of direct instruction.
 
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Describe the five main characteristics of direct instruction.
 
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Answer to Question 1

Direct instruction has been shown to be an effective way to raise the reading and math scores of a variety of student groups, including students of color, students from low-SES families, English language learners, Whites, and American Indians.

Answer to Question 2

The five characteristics of direct instruction include
(1) focusing almost all classroom activity on learning basic academic knowledge and skills
(2) having the teacher make all instructional decisions
(3) keeping students on task as much as possible
(4) providing students with opportunities for practice and corrective feedback
(5) maintaining a positive classroom climate by emphasizing positive reinforcement and avoiding the use of aversive consequences




pepyto

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Reply 2 on: Jun 20, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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