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Key Features of Effective Instruction

Effective instruction is characterised by its ability to promote student engagement and understanding. It encompasses various strategies that cater to diverse learners' needs, focusing on clear objectives and measurable outcomes. Those measurable outcomes are what I provide in the report that I write after working with the student.

Introduction to Effective Instruction

ME 19/9/24ME came into the session in a happy mood. I gave her the alphabet in chunks of 4 and asked her to put them in the correct order. She made an error, but then asked if I wanted her to sing the song. She got ‘lmnop’ slightly muddled. I then asked her to use the song to help rearrange the letters on the table. She needed prompting to stop singing when she reached the error she had made, but once she recognised it she made the correction without any help. ME was very vocal when it came to her interests such as Harry Potter and Disney films. She was keen to write the names of characters, and was very happy to write these with me spelling them to her. She did a bit of writing for me, then a bit for her. I would suggest using these interests to encourage her, and possibly use some stickers or something similar to reward her when she is practising her spellings with you. ME was unable to count the words in a sentence when given to her verbally. ME was unable to count syllables. ME was unable to recognise rhyming pairs when given images to match, and in further discussion showed that she didn’t understand the concept of rhyming. When I said the sounds of letters she showed that she is competent in writing most sounds when given to her individually.

Example of a report: ME

She made errors with <sp>, <ng>, <nk>, <ar>, <qu>, <or> and she wrote <i> when presented with the /ee/ sound. When writing 3 or 4 letter words Mia consistently wrote the letter <e> instead of <i>. I would recommend that ME has some spelling cards and regular opportunities to practise writing the words. Do not move onto the next set until she has mastered the previous set. You may wish to split these lists in half if you feel she cannot manage 6 words at a time. Spellings: 1st set set: tin, din, dip, mid,win, kin 2nd set: pop, pip, pot, hip, pin, pen 3rd set: spit, spot, spud, spat, span, spun

Example of a report: ME

Explicit instruction involves direct teaching that clearly articulates learning objectives. This method ensures that all students, especially those with literacy difficulties, understand the skills being taught through systematic modelling and guided practice.

Explicit Instruction

that build proficiency.

Systematic instruction is designed to help learners build upon their existing knowledge in a structured manner. It utilises a sequenced approach where skills are taught in small, logical steps

Systematic Instruction

Intensive instruction provides additional support for learners who struggle with literacy. This helps close gaps in understanding and ensures that no learner is left behind. It often involves more frequent and targeted teaching sessions. It is important for the learners to have ownership over the activities, and where possible to check their own answers.

Intensive Instruction

Here's an example of the first step for Teddy:

Effective 1:1 phonics activities can include sound sorting games, where students classify words based on phonetic sounds. Other activities may involve reading together followed by a discussion of the phonics used in the text to reinforce learning.

1:1 Phonics Activities

Multi-sensory instruction engages multiple senses, aiding retention and understanding. Techniques may include visual aids, auditory elements, and hands-on materials, which allow students to grasp concepts in varied and engaging ways.

Multi-Sensory Instruction

Collaborative activities for phonics can include pair work, where students take turns reading to each other, facilitating peer support. Games like phonics bingo can also motivate students. If you feel they are confident with an activity then they could 'teach' the game to someome else. RW in Peake doesn't like 'spellings' but helped to make a pairs game with me.

Collaborative Phonics Activities

confidence in learners. Flash cards can promote independence.

Independent phonics activities can encompass games such as memory matching with sound cards or using apps designed for phonics practice. Such activities promote self-regulation and

Independent Phonics Activity Ideas

BR has these words to use as his first step to help him learn to differentiate between these word endings.3 letter words ending with <n>: pan, pin, sin, on, tin 3 letter words ending with <t>: Pit, sit, sat, tat, pot, hot

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inclusive learning environment.

Incorporating these key features of effective instruction ensures that all students, particularly those facing challenges in literacy, receive the support they need. By maintaining high expectations and providing structured guidance, teachers can foster an

Conclusion and Best Practices

This the website for the Un iversity of Florida Literacy institute. There are lots of printables and presentations that mostly link up to our phoincs scheme. It may be useful to investigate as an alternative to Twinkl. https://ufli.education.ufl.edu/ If you need more explicit direction, or ideas then please come to see me.

Conclusion and Best Practices