The e5 Instructional Model

The e5 Instructional Model was launched in 2009. Developed and tested over 18 months, it is a reference point for school leaders and teachers to develop a deeper understanding of what constitutes high quality teacher practice in the classroom.

 

Engage

  • Develops shared norms
  • Determines readiness for learning
  • Establishes learning goals
  • Develops metacognitive capacity

Explore

  • Prompts inquiry
  • Structures inquiry
  • Maintains session momentum

Explain

  • Presents new content
  • Develops language and literacy
  • Strengthens connections

Elaborate

  • Facilitates substantive conversation
  • Cultivates higher order thinking
  • Monitors progress

Evaluate

  • Assesses performance against standards
  • Facilitates student self assessment

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