Progressively Incorrect S1E2: 5 Meanings of Direct Instruction by Barak Rosenshine
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Jan 9, 2022 Barak Rosenshine, educational researcher and author, joins Zach Groshell and Bradley Arnold to discuss the 5 meanings of direct instruction. They explore teacher-led strategies, cognitive approaches, and the Rose and Shine teaching style. They also discuss the role of pre-assessments in building knowledge and the benefits and concerns of different teaching approaches, such as inquiry-based learning. Additionally, they reflect on the drawbacks of specific instruction and emphasize the importance of clarity. Lastly, they highlight the significance of interactive full system direct instruction in conferences and teacher training sessions.
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Multiple Meanings of Direct Instruction
- Direct instruction has multiple interpretations, from teacher-led instruction to negative connotations like passive learning.
- Rosenshine clarifies these meanings, highlighting effective teaching strategies and cognitive strategy instruction.
Science Fair Unit Comparison
- Zach Groshell recounts teaching a science fair unit using inquiry-based and direct instruction approaches.
- The direct instruction approach led to better student understanding and more sophisticated presentations.
The Purpose of School
- Zach Groshell believes schools should expose students to knowledge they wouldn't typically encounter at home.
- He emphasizes building knowledge forward rather than rehearsing pre-existing knowledge.