Explicit Instruction

One of the core academic subjects in the United States and throughout the world

involves teaching a concept in a general a specific way.

involves teaching a specific concept or procedure in a highly structured and carefully sequenced manner.

No

Yes

To Some degree

Not at all

A complete overview of the lesson being taught.

It helps break a lesson into smaller easier to understand steps.

Instruction that is for a specific subject. Modeling of the content is the key to student success.

It helps make lessons clear by modeling for students how to start and succeed on a task and giving them ample time to practice.

Breaks complex skills into smaller ones.

Sequences tasks from easiest to hardest.

Provides permanent supports for students to be successful.

Presents lessons that build on each other.

Clearly identifies the skills or concepts to be learned

Models concepts or procedures in a step-by-step manner and includes “think alouds”.

Offers specific feedback about incorrect actions; includes limited instructions.

Connects the new content to previous learning

less of a load on working memory.

learning harder.

English Language Learners over whelmed.

limited practice on needed skills.

Verbalize the thinking process.

Review and repetition.

Model with clear explanations.

Give feedback.

Provide opportunities to practice

“we do,” explicit instruction helps you plan for multiple practice opportunities

“you do,” you’ll remember to give feedback.

“I do,” explicit instruction reminds you to be clear and to verbalize your thinking

"I do" explicit instruction reminds you to use visual cues to demonstrate the skill.

“we do,” explicit instruction helps you plan for multiple practice opportunities

“you do,” you’ll remember to give feedback.

“I do,” explicit instruction reminds you to be clear and to verbalize your thinking

"I do" explicit instruction reminds you to use visual cues to demonstrate the skill.