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Strategic Instruction Model<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t

The Strategic Instruction Model (SIM) is an extensive approach to adolescent literacy which includes a research-based set of instructional tools and interventions that enable teachers and empowers students toward better results in school and beyond.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Started\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Why Teach With SIM?<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Since 1978, researchers from The University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning have partnered with classroom teachers to design SIM instructional tools, materials, and interventions. The research-based components of these tools have been tested and approved by teachers to
become evidence-based practices effective in varied school
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Evidence for ESSA, published by John Hopkins University, classifies SIM under a “strong” ESSA rating, which is given to instructional programs meeting scientific evidence of effectiveness as shown by well-designed and well- implemented experimental studies.<\/p>\n

High-Leverage Practices for general educators (teachingworks.org) and High-Leverage Practices in Special Education (highleveragepractices.org) are interwoven into SIM, and SIM gives teachers actionable ways to implement these critical, research-based practices shown to improve student outcomes. (Professional Development Institute, 2020, p.2)<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"SIM\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Hattie (2017) Effect Sizes* for Key Features
of SIM Instructional Tools and Interventions<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

Learning Strategies<\/h3>\n\t\tTransfer strategies\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t

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*Effect size is a quantitative measure of the magnitude of influence an experimental effect has on student outcomes. According to John Hattie, practices with effect sizes of d>.40 have a greater than average influence on achievement. (Professional Development Institute, 2020, p.2)<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

“I enjoy the simplicity of implementing. Unlike other professional development that is not immediately applicable, I can immediately begin using the strategy with my students.”<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

“I find that the strategies are extremely successful and that students do begin to take personal responsibility for the quality of their schoolwork as a result of implementing the strategies.”<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

How does SIM help teachers and students?<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

SIM provides solutions to educational challenges through\u00a0a breadth and depth of instructional tools and interventions\u00a0designed for adolescents in grades 4-12 *. SIM includes an\u00a0instructional planning cycle that promotes effective teaching\u00a0and learning of critical content. In essence, we advocate\u00a0teaching a little less content but teaching it better.<\/p>\nWith SIM, the focus is on how to learn to develop literacy\u00a0skills applicable across disciplines, settings, and tasks.\u00a0Instructor manuals and accompanying student materials\u00a0are available as physical and digital copies to offer flexible\u00a0implementation in traditional face-to-face classes, online
courses, and blended learning environments.\nRecognizing that academic interventions alone are not\u00a0sufficient for student success, SIM also includes components\u00a0that help students create and participate in productive\u00a0learning communities, develop strong and appropriate\u00a0social skills, advocate for themselves, envision positive\u00a0futures for themselves, and plan how to reach their goals. (Professional Development Institute, 2020, p.3)<\/strong>\n\t\t\t

Teachers use SIM to:<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Think about and organize content<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Teach complex concepts<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Help students learn independently<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Instruct with evidence-based practices<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

Students use SIM to:<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Digest and retain critical information<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Picture information to aid in understanding and remembering<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Think actively while reading different kinds of texts<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Express ideas and demonstrate knowledge (sentences, paragraphs, themes, and essays)<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

Take notes, study, and prepare for tests<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

Read about SIM success<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tClick Here\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

What does SIM include?<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

Learning Strategies<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t

Learning Strategies are designed to provide the skills and strategies students need to learn content. Each LS targets a specific skill that students need to succeed in school-from late elementary through college or university-and in their careers.<\/p>\n\t\t\t

Xtreme Reading<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t

Xtreme Reading is a supplemental reading course designed for readers in grades 6-12 reading, minimally, at the 4th grade level and two or more years behind grade level, comprising eight foundational word-level, comprehension, and motivation strategies, each taught using direct, explicit
instruction, and can be taught in one year. (Professional Development Institute, 2020, p.4)<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"Favicon\n\t\t

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Teacher Course<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t

Trained in the Fundamentals in the Sentence Writing Strategy, you will want to subscribe to the supplemental video series. There is one pre-teaching\/review video that goes along with each of the lessons. Students will find the videos fun and engaging, which helps them remember the content.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSupplemental Videos for the Fundamentals in the Sentence Writing Strategy\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t

Professional Development Course<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t

Not trained in the Fundamentals of the Sentence Writing Strategy, this professional development course is for you. Included in the professional development bundle:<\/p>\n