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Direct Instruction

Brianne Esbenshade, Julie Messner

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Direct Instruction (pdf)

Resources and Links

Tangram Pattern. Retrieved June 13, 2007, from About.com. Web site: http://math.about.com

This website is where we retrieved the tangram patterns, and different tangram puzzles.

Adams, Gary L. and Engelmann, Siegfried. Research on Direct Instruction: 25 Years beyond Distar (1996). Seattle: Educational Achievement Systems. 206/820-6111.

In this article it states that Direct Instruction (DI) is a highly structured instructional approach, designed to accelerate the learning of at-risk students. Curriculum materials and instructional sequences attempt to move students to mastery at the fastest possible pace.

Ryder, Randall J., Jennifer L. Burton, Anna Silberg. 2006. Longitudinal study of direct instructon effects from first through third grade. Journal of Educational Research, 99, 3, 179-191.

In this article it stated that Direct Instruction (DI) is a model for teaching that emphasizes well-developed and carefully planned lessons designed around small learning increments and clearly defined and prescribed teaching tasks. It is based on the theory that clear instruction eliminating misinterpretations can greatly improve and accelerate learning.

Schweinhart, Lawrence J., David P. Weikart, Mary B. Larner. 1986. Consequences of three preschool curriculum models through age 15. Early Childhood Research Quarterly, 1, 1, 15-45.

In this article it states, that the creators, Siegfried Engelmann and Dr. Wesley Becker and their colleagues believe and have proved that correctly applied, DI can improve academic performance as well as certain affective behaviors.

Other Links

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