Jon Owen

Jessica Colleu Terradas, an Australian education leader, and Jon Owen, a UK teacher and Direct Instruction advocate, dive into the transformative power of Direct Instruction. Jessica shares her insights on overcoming resistance to structured programs like DI and the significant gains seen in literacy outcomes. Jon highlights the importance of well-designed curricula and effective delivery in UK schools, emphasizing the profound impact on struggling students. Together, they discuss placement testing and the critical role of teacher involvement in scripted DI approaches.