Explicit Instruction Effective and Efficient Teaching

by Archer, Anita L.; Hughes, Charles A.

• ISBN13: 9781609180416
• ISBN10: 1609180410
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781462547913
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-11-09
• Publisher: The Guilford Press
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About This Book

Explicit Instruction: Effective and Efficient Teaching

If you're looking for a comprehensive guide to teaching that's both systematic and engaging, "Explicit Instruction: Effective and Efficient Teaching" is the perfect resource. Written by leading experts Anita L. Archer and Charles A. Hughes, this book is designed to help special and general education teachers implement explicit instruction in any grade level or content area.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by special and general education teachers, literacy specialists, and students in teacher training programs. It serves as a valuable resource for K-12 educators looking to enhance their teaching methods and improve student achievement.

History and Editions

The first edition of "Explicit Instruction: Effective and Efficient Teaching" was published in 2010 by Guilford Publications. This edition has been widely adopted in educational settings due to its practical approach and accessible guidelines. The book provides clear instructions on identifying key concepts, designing effective lessons, and giving students opportunities to practice and master new material.

Author and Other Works

Anita L. Archer is a renowned expert in the field of special education and instructional strategies. She has written several books and resources on explicit instruction, including DVDs like "Golden Principles of Explicit Instruction" and "Active Participation: Getting Them All Engaged, Elementary Level." Charles A. Hughes is also a prominent figure in educational research, contributing significantly to the development of effective teaching methods.

Key Features

• Systematic Approach: The book emphasizes a systematic approach to teaching, ensuring that all students can understand and achieve.
• Direct and Engaging: Explicit instruction is direct and engaging, making it easier for students to grasp complex concepts.
• Success-Oriented: The approach is success-oriented, focusing on promoting achievement for all students.
• Reproducible Materials: The book includes sample lesson plans, lively examples, and reproducible checklists and teacher worksheets that enhance its utility.
• Video Clips: Video clips demonstrating the approach in real classrooms are available at the authors' website (www.explicitinstruction.org).

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• ISBN-13: 9781609180416
• eBook: Available through various online retailers
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Guilford Publications, Inc.
• Publication Date: November 9, 2010
• Number of Pages: Varies (dependent on format)
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no additional editions of this specific book, it is part of the "What Works for Special-Needs Learners" series. The authors have contributed to other resources in this series, but no additional ISBNs for this specific book have been identified.

Related ISBNs:

Since this book is part of a series and not a standalone title with multiple editions, the related ISBNs are primarily for other books in the "What Works for Special-Needs Learners" series. However, if you are looking for related resources by the same authors or similar topics, here are some relevant ISBNs:

• Golden Principles of Explicit Instruction: Not a specific ISBN but a related resource by Anita Archer.
• Active Participation: Getting Them All Engaged, Elementary Level: Not a specific ISBN but a related resource by Anita Archer.
• Active Participation: Getting Them All Engaged, Secondary Level: Not a specific ISBN but a related resource by Anita Archer.

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Explicit Instruction: Effective and Efficient Teaching," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

Anita L. Archer, PhD, is an educational consultant to school districts on explicit instruction, the design and delivery of instruction, behavior management, and literacy instruction. She has taught elementary and middle school students and is the recipient of 10 awards honoring her excellence in teaching and contributions to the field of education. Dr. Archer has served on the faculties of San Diego State University, the University of Washington in Seattle, and the University of Oregon in Eugene. She is nationally known for her professional development activities, having presented in every state over the course of her 40-year career. Dr. Archer is coauthor, with Dr. Mary Gleason, of numerous curriculum materials addressing reading, writing, and study skills. Charles A. Hughes, PhD, is Professor of Special Education in the Department of Educational and School Psychology at The Pennsylvania State University and Adjunct Senior Scientist at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning in Lawrence. Prior to joining the Penn State faculty in 1985, Dr. Hughes worked in schools for 14 years as a general and special education teacher, a state-level consultant, and an educational diagnostician. His research interests focus on the development and validation of self-instructional strategies to help students with learning and behavior problems manage their academic and classroom behaviors. He has published over 100 articles, books, book chapters, and curriculum materials and has served as President and Executive Director of the Council for Exceptional Children\u2019s Division for Learning Disabilities and editor of the Council\u2019s journal Learning Disabilities Research and Practice.

Table of Contents

1. Exploring the Foundations of Explicit Instruction

2. Designing Lessons: Skills and Strategies

3. Designing Lessons: Vocabulary and Concepts

4. Designing Lessons: Rules

5. Organizing for Instruction

6. Delivering Instruction: Eliciting Responses

7. Delivering Instruction: Other Critical Delivery Skills

8. Providing Appropriate Independent Practice

*Conclusion

*Reproducible Materials

*Feedback on Application Exercises