Progressively Incorrect S3E7: Kurt Engelmann and Bryan Wickman on Direct Instruction (DI)
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Feb 5, 2024 Dr. Zach Groshell hosts Kurt Engelmann and Bryan Wickman in an episode highlighting Direct Instruction (DI). They discuss its origins, development, benefits, and its effectiveness in math instruction. The flaws of research-based programs and the revolutionary teaching approach of Zig Engelmann are also explored. Strategies for implementing DI in schools, including managing instructional groupings and involving staff members, are shared.
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DI Origins in Advertising
- In the early 1960s, Siegfried Engelmann used Direct Instruction principles in advertising.
- He wanted to know how many message repetitions led to memorization, which sparked his interest in education.
Early DI Success
- Siegfried Engelmann partnered with Carl Bereiter to test DI with at-risk preschoolers.
- The children quickly exceeded expectations, showcasing the method's effectiveness.
DI's Counterintuitive Approach
- Direct Instruction challenges romantic notions of teaching as magical and effortless learning.
- It emphasizes clear instruction and ensuring all students succeed, especially the most vulnerable.