You’ve heard that Explicit Instruction (EI) is outdated, boring, ineffective, and mainly reserved for students who are behind; decades of empirical evidence prove otherwise. This session will explore how to leverage the essential elements of EI to create a more engaging, structured, and systematic instructional approach. One key focus will be embedding Opportunities to Respond (OTRs) to increase student interaction, motivation, and learning outcomes while providing timely formative assessments to better understand each student’s learning progress. We will also make connections to common myths that undermine effective math teaching and examine how misconceptions about EI may limit its potential impact.
