Better Learning Through Structured Teaching

by Fisher, Douglas; Frey, Nancy

• ISBN13: 9781416606352
• ISBN10: 1416606351
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-02-28
• Publisher: Assn for Supervision & Curriculum
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Summary

Better Learning Through Structured Teaching describes how teachers can help students develop stronger learning skills by ensuring that instruction moves from modeling and guided practice (situations where the teacher has most of the responsibility) to collaborative learning and, finally, to independent tasks. You'll find out how to use the four components of this approach to help meet critical challenges, including differentiating instruction and making effective use of class time: 1. Focus Lessons: Establishing the lesson's purpose and then modeling your own thinking for students, 2. Guided Instruction: Strategically using prompts, cues, and questions to facilitate students' increased responsibility for task completion, 3. Collaborative Learning: Enabling students to discuss and negotiate with one another to create independent work, not simply one project, 4. Independent Tasks: Requiring students to use their previous knowledge to create new and authentic products.

Table of Contents

Learning, or Not Learning, in School	p. 1
Focus Lessons: Establishing Purpose and Modeling	p. 17
Guided Instruction: Cues, Prompts, and Questions	p. 39
Collaborative Learning: Consolidating Thinking with Peers	p. 62
Independent Learning Tasks: Not Just "Do It Yourself School"	p. 86
Implementing a Gradual Release of Responsibility Model	p. 110
References	p. 134
Index	p. 141
About the Authors	p. 145
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