Teaching Strategies

5E Instructional Model for Science

The 5E Model is Florida's preferred framework for inquiry-based science instruction aligned with NGSSS Nature of Science benchmarks.

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Differentiated Instruction Strategies

Differentiation means tailoring instruction to meet individual needs. All students have the same learning goal, but the path may differ.

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Gradual Release of Responsibility

The "I Do, We Do, You Do" framework for explicit instruction.

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High-Impact Math Instructional Routines

Purpose: Build mental math strategies, flexibility, fact fluency

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High-Impact Teaching Strategies (Hattie's Research)

Based on John Hattie's meta-analysis research, these strategies have the highest effect sizes for student learning:

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Interactive Read-Aloud for Comprehension

Build comprehension and oral language through structured discussion during read-alouds. Even students who can't yet decode can develop comprehension skills through listening.

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Science of Reading Phonics Routines

Elkonin Boxes (Sound Boxes):. Give students a strip with 3-4 boxes. Say a CVC word (e.g., "dog"). Students repeat and segment sounds. Push a token into each box for each sound: /d/ - /o/ - /g/....

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Student Motivation and Psychology

Intrinsic Motivation. Doing something for its own sake. Curiosity, interest, enjoyment. More sustainable long-term. Leads to deeper learning

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