This Spelling Mastery toolkit is designed to provide comprehensive support for schools implementing the Direct Instruction spelling program, Spelling Mastery.
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Enhancing Education in Papua New Guinea: GGSA’s Landmark International Collaboration
Good to Great Schools Australia (GGSA) is joining Abt Associates, and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, to deliver training and support to senior officers and staff from various provinces within Papua New Guinea’s education school system improvement.
How to Measure the Effectiveness of Explicit Direct Instruction?
Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) is a structured, systematic and clear teaching approach designed to optimise student learning and comprehension. It is characterised by highly organised lessons where objectives are clearly stated and instructions are provided...
The Effectiveness of EDI
Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) has taken Australian classrooms by storm. Proponents hail it as the key for boosting academic achievement, while critics remain committed to more child-centeredcentred approaches. This article examines research on EDI's effectiveness...
How to Teach Tier 2 Vocabulary
Tier 2 vocabulary consists of words that are more complex than everyday conversational language (tier 1) but not as specialised as subject-specific academic terms (tier 3). These words often appear in various texts and are crucial for reading comprehension and...
Noel Pearson: The Power of Direct Instruction
Noel Pearson presents a compelling webinar on Direct Instruction. Hosted by McGraw Hill Australia in collaboration with Good to Great Schools Australia (GGSA), the event was titled The Power of Direct Instruction and featured insights from GGSA’s founder and director, Noel Pearson
Educational Case Management Best Practices 2024
Educational case management is a structured approach to providing individualised support to students, particularly those with diverse learning needs. It aims to ensure that each student receives the tailored assistance necessary to succeed academically and personally....
How to Teach Pre-Writing Skills Using Explicit Direct Instruction
Pre-writing skills are the bedrock of a child's ability to write. Early development of fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and pencil grip is crucial. For example, fine motor activities like cutting with scissors, stringing beads, and manipulating playdough help...
How to Create an Explicit Direct Instruction Lesson Plan
Explicit direct instruction (EDI) is a highly effective teaching method that involves clear, structured, and systematic delivery of lessons. By focusing on specific learning objectives and ensuring students are actively engaged throughout the lesson, EDI can...