Explicit Instruction: Effective and Efficient Teaching (What Works for Special-Needs Learners) ISBN-978-1609180416

It has been demonstrated that explicit training helps all students succeed because it is methodical, straightforward, interesting, and goal-oriented. Teachers of special education and general education can use this very useful and easily accessible resource to implement explicit instruction in any grade level or subject area. Leading authorities, the writers offer precise instructions for determining which important ideas, abilities, and practices to teach; creating and executing successful lessons; and providing opportunities for students to practice and become proficient in new content. The volume’s usefulness is increased by reproducible checklists and teacher worksheets, engaging examples, and sample lesson plans. The reproducible materials are also available for download and printing by buyers for future usage. Visit the authors’ website at www.explicitinstruction.org to view video clips that illustrate the method in actual classroom settings.