Join Dr. Marcy Stein, professor emeritus from the University of Washington, Tacoma, as she unpacks the fascinating yet overlooked story of Direct Instruction (DI) and Project Follow Through, the largest educational experiment in the world. She reveals how DI effectively supports all students, not just the struggling ones, while discussing its origins and misconceptions. Marcy walks through a typical DI math lesson and shares strategies for bridging skill gaps, calling for a shift toward evidence-based educational practices amidst the political hurdles in academia.
