Explicit Instruction

Which of the following best describes the “I Do” phase in explicit instruction?

• Students work independently to apply what they’ve learned

• The teacher models and explains the skill or concept

• Students collaborate to solve a problem without teacher guidance

• The teacher assesses student learning through a quiz

What is the primary purpose of the “We Do” phase in explicit instruction?

• To test student knowledge

• To introduce new vocabulary

• To provide guided practice with teacher support

• To assign independent homework

In the “You Do” phase, students are expected to:

• Observe the teacher without participating

• Work independently to demonstrate understanding

• Repeat what the teacher says aloud

• Work in groups with teacher support

A key strategy during explicit instruction to ensure student understanding before moving on is called:

• Summative assessment

• Group work

• Checks for understanding

• Homework review

What does the term "cognitive load" refer to in educational psychology?

• The emotional stress a student feels during exams

• The amount of time students spend on homework

• The total mental effort used in working memory during learning

• The number of subjects a student studies in one day

Which of the following strategies best reduces extraneous cognitive load during instruction?

• Giving students a challenging task with minimal direction

• Including complex visuals and background music in a presentation

• Using clear, concise instructions with well-organized visuals

• Repeating the same task over and over without variation

During explicit instruction, how should a teacher check for student understanding?

• By waiting until the final test

• By observing student behavior only

• By asking targeted questions throughout the lesson

• By giving independent work immediately

Which of the following is an example of checking for understanding during a lesson?

• Giving a unit test at the end of the term

• Asking students to explain a concept in their own words during the lesson

• Letting students move to independent work without any questions

• Posting the learning goal on the board

Which of the following is not an effective way to check for understanding?

• Using thumbs-up/thumbs-down to gauge confidence

• Having students complete an exit ticket

• Waiting until the end of the year to assess progress

• Asking students to solve a sample problem on whiteboards

What is the primary purpose of a hinge point question during instruction?

• To review homework from the previous day

• To summarize the entire lesson

• To assess student understanding at a critical moment to decide next steps

• To introduce a completely new topic