Direct instruction vs strategy instruction Flashcards
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Direct instruction (DI)
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Focuses on subskils such as sound units (letter sounds) and linguistic unit (hat-mat-cat)
Discussion of processes and general rules is minimized
emphasizes fast-paced, well sequences and highly focused lessons
teach skills to mastery, build on prior skill
ex: reading mastery, learning how to blemd
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Strategy Instruction (SI)
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Focuses on building metacognitive skills
learning skills with additional discussion on:
- strategy implementation (how to implement the strategy)
- strategy choice (how to choose the right strategy)
- self-monitoring skills
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Combined Model
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Using both instruction is the best model
.80% effect size (good)
significant components: one to one instruction control of task difficulty teacher modeling of strategies small interactive groups technology