What is direct instruction and why is it used? Include a brief summary of the steps for direct instruction in your response

What will be an ideal response?


Arguments that show the effectiveness of direct instruction would fit well as an introduction. The cognitive processes implicated in learning disabilities should be linked to the suitability of direct instruction. Steps for direct instruction are:

• Identify specific objectives.
• Develop plans to have student meet objectives.
• Introduce single concepts in preplanned lessons.
• Select multiple examples (such as this is red) and non-examples (this is not red).
• Be scrupulous about sequencing skills appropriately and in small steps.
• Provide ample practice opportunities (both guided and independent).

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