Appendix I
An Instructional Model
The "Snapshot" lasts less than ten minutes and is the attention-grabber of the lesson; it can include a review of what students have learned recently. The "Instructional Focus" makes up the majority of the lesson and is based on essential knowledge found in a variety of instructional materials. It encompasses the "Procedures and Activities" section which includes guided practice portions of the lesson in which the teacher models a procedure or assists the students with an activity. This component also includes an independent practice section in which the teacher provides assistance if needed and checks for progress. The "Class Review" includes randomly asking formal or informal questions and could include other interactive activities. The "Application" focuses on skills taught in the "Instructional Focus" section and can include life-applicable experiences that relate to the specific skill taught. The "Assessment" can be formal or informal and may incorporate test-taking strategies. "Homework" assignments give students extra practice. The "Maintenance Moment" is a closing or transitional activity.
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