After reflecting on the readings and video clip, it is clear that Direct Instruction cannot not be the only strategy used by teachers. Direct instruction is effective when teaching basic, introductionary information. However, Direct Instruction, does not allow students to get creative and think deeply about the material they are learning. The Information Processing Model allows students to learn through doing and experience. In your classroom you will encounter all different types of students and you cannot use one teaching strategy in isolation. The Information Processing Model allows students to first hand process and reflect on information, instead of just being rehashed facts. The best teacher takes a multifaceted approach to learning to reach all of his or her students.
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