Posts about Instructional Hierarchy

When Explicit Instruction Turns Robotic

Explicit instruction is often presented as a clean sequence of steps. In real classrooms, it rarely works[…]

Stop Guessing. Measure Your Maths Instruction.

Most maths improvement plans begin with good intentions and weak diagnosis. We assume we know what is[…]

The Part of Explicit Instruction Most Teachers Get Wrong (and how to fix it tomorrow)

Many teachers believe they are doing guided practice when students sit close by or when the teacher[…]

The Gradual Release of Responsibility in Action

In this article, Brendan Lee unpacks the gradual release of responsibility. You’ll read about how he uses[…]