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
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