Get rid of all irrelevant and potential distractions.

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Explicit instruction is about minimizing distractions and emphasizing relevant information. To create a good lesson, consider removing any distractions in the learning environment. Research shows that factors like noise, music with lyrics, and the presence of easily distracted people can hinder learning. Focus on creating an environment that minimizes extraneous processing and keeps students focused on the material.

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she chats with Dr. Zach Groshell. He is an instructional coach and a passionate advocate for evidence-informed teaching. They discuss whether it’s possible to expand working memory, the characteristics of a successful explicit instruction lesson, effective approaches for delivering feedback and more. They also tackle a question sent in by a listener who asked whether teaching math through open-ended problems is effective. This episode will resonate with teachers, parents and anyone interested in education.

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MUSIC

Intro and Outro: Coma Media – Catch it

Podington Bear – Kitten, Camp

Blue Dot Sessions – Tall Harvey, Thannoid, Squirrel Connection

OYStudio – Light Comedy

Lexin Music – Upbeat Documentary

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