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It would be so much better if we taught two ways—balancing explicit and independent approaches. Here’s why. In ‘EduResearch Matters’, January 2023

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Load reduction instruction (LRI) is a pedagogical approach seeking to balance explicit instruction with independent learning as appropriate to the learner’s level of knowledge and skill. Through this balance, the cognitive load on students is eased as they learn. LRI has been examined in STEM classrooms, with results showing it is associated with positive academic outcomes in mathematics and in science. This article summarizes new findings that expand this research to LRI in English classrooms.
Martin, A.J., Ginns, P., Nagy, R.P., Collie, R.J., & Bostwick, KC.P. (2023). It would be so
much better if we taught two waysbalancing explicit and independent approaches. Here’s
why. In ‘EduResearch Matters’, January, https://www.aare.edu.au/blog/?p=15792
Summary: Load reduction instruction (LRI) is a pedagogical approach seeking to balance
explicit instruction with independent learning as appropriate to the learner’s level of
knowledge and skill. Through this balance, the cognitive load on students is eased as they
learn. LRI has been examined in STEM classrooms, with results showing it is associated with
positive academic outcomes in mathematics and in science. This article summarizes new
findings that expand this research to LRI in English classrooms.
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