Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI): The Power of the Well-Crafted, Well-Taught Lesson

A proven method for better teaching, better learning, and better test scores! This teacher-friendly book presents step-by-step guidelines for implementing the EDI method to deliver effective lessons that can significantly improve achievement for all students, including English language learners and students with special needs. The authors provide detailed sample lessons and scenarios that illustrate EDI techniques in the classroom. Teachers at all grade levels can deliver solid instruction by implementing the components of EDI:
· Checking for understanding
· Setting lesson objectives
· Activating prior knowledge
· Developing students’ skills by explaining, modeling, and demonstrating
· Presenting content
· Using guided practice

About Author

John Hollingsworth is president of DataWORKS Educational Research, a company originally created to use real data to improve student achievement. Although DataWORKS started by analyzing learning outcomes (test scores), it soon refocused towards analyzing learning inputs (classroom instructional practices). DataWORKS now focuses mainly on providing staff development to schools on classroom instruction. John is an active researcher and presenter and has published numerous articles in educational publications. He spends much of his time on the road training teachers.