The 47-Second Challenge: The Battle for Student Attention
The 47-Second Challenge: The Battle for Student Attention Have you ever been in the middle of a lesson, only to look out and see that glazed-over look in your students’ eyes? You’re not alone. The battle for student attention is getting harder, and the data... read more
Hattie’s Research and EDI: Practical Insights for School Leaders
Hattie’s Research and EDI: Practical Insights for School Leaders In the pursuit of effective teaching, educators continuously seek strategies that yield the highest impact on student learning. Two highly influential approaches in educational research—John... read more
Tiers of Instruction: A Guide to Effective Teaching Practices
Understanding Tiers of Instruction: A Guide to Effective Teaching Practices Traditionally, Response to Intervention (RTI) is often visualized as a pyramid, with Tier 1 at the base, encompassing the largest group of students, and Tiers 2 and 3 narrowing towards... read more
How the Mind Learns: Information Processing Model and EDI
Explicit Direct Instruction and Cognitive Processing: A Perfect Pair for Learning In today’s dynamic educational landscape, educators must understand not only what to teach but how students absorb and retain new knowledge. Leveraging the Information Processing Model... read more
Conquering Algebra: The Math Champion Advantage
Maximize Algebra Success: Building Strong Foundations for State Tests Many students struggle with algebra state tests, especially as they transition from basic skills to complex concepts. National assessments like NAEP show that many students perform below grade level... read more
In the Spotlight: DataWORKs featured on TJIPCAST
In the Spotlight: DataWORKs featured on TJIPCAST In the podcast, Silvia Ybarra and John Hollingsworth co-authors of Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) and EDI for English Learners, share their expertise on applying EDI effectively in classrooms and across entire... read more
Engage Every Student with ‘Pull a Stick’
“Pull a Stick” means Call on Non-Volunteers A Strategy for Engaging Every Student One of the most effective ways to engage all students in your classroom is by using a randomizing system to call on non-volunteers. “Pull a stick” has become a popular method where... read more
English Learners for State Testing Success
English Learners for State Testing Success Test preparation is vital for helping English Learners (ELs) perform their best on assessments that include speaking, listening, reading, and writing components. State tests, or standardized tests for ELs assess language... read more
EDI and Higher-Order Questioning: Building Critical Thinkers
Structuring Lessons with Thought-Provoking Questions As an educator focused on effective instruction, the transformative power of Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) is evident in how it elevates classroom questioning from basic recall to deep critical thinking. This... read more