Teach The Stuff
This term describes clear, direct instruction with modeling and guided practice.
What is explicit instruction?
This Archerism means to avoid filler activities with no learning goal.
What is "Cut the Fluff"?
This Archerism reminds us students must be doing the thinking.
What is "Learning Is Not A Spectator Sport"?
Archer says "Everyone Does Everything" - why?
What is to increase engagement and ensure practice for all?
I Do, We Do, ______
What is "You Do"?
Archer insists we "teach the stuff". What does "stuff" refer to?
What is critical content aligned to standards?
What is instructional purpose?
What is choral responding an example of?
What is active participation?
This method ensures all students respond rather than just volunteers.
What is choral response?
How Well I __________ = How Well They Learn
What is "Teach"?
The "I do, We do, You do" model is a hallmark of this instructional method.
What is gradual release of responsibility?
Name one "fluffy" activity that might look good, but does little for learning.
What is coloring, copying, word searches, etc?
Describe a way to make independent practice more interactive.
What is peer checking, response boards, think-pair-share, etc?
Name a tool you could use to engage everyone simultaneously.
What is whiteboards, thumbs up/down, turn and talk, etc?
Feedback ________ Forward
To "teach the stuff," teachers must ensure this is clearly communicated up front.
What is the learning objective/target?
Why does Archer caution against "crafty but empty" lessons?
Students watching others do work for them is an example of this pitfall.**
What is passive learning?
This strategy calls on students randomly to keep everyone accountable.**
What is cold calling or equity sticks?
If you expect it, ___________ it.
What is "pre-correct"?
When teaching new material, Archer says to avoid this common pitfall.**
What is assuming students already know background knowledge?
This practice/tool helps teachers prioritize what to keep and what to cut.
What is curriculum mapping or learning objectives/targets?
Archer recommends a participation rate of this percentage.
What is 100%?
Explain how "Everyone Does Everything" supports equity in instruction.
What is it ensures all students access and engage with the content equally?
Teach with _________, Manage with __________.
What is "Passion" and "Compassion"?