validatedinstructionalmethods
nounUK /ˈvælɪdeɪtɪd ɪnˈstrʌkʃənəl ˈmɛθədz/
US /ˈvælədeɪtɪd ɪnˈstrʌkʃənəl ˈmɛθədz/
Ways of teaching that have been tested and shown to work well.
The school uses validated instructional methods to help every child learn to read.
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2. Teaching approaches confirmed by research studies to improve student learning.
Researchers reviewed validated instructional methods before recommending changes to the district's reading program.
3. Classroom techniques that have been checked against learning standards and found effective.
The new teacher handbook lists validated instructional methods for teaching math facts.
4. Methods of instruction that have passed expert review and are approved for use in schools.
Only validated instructional methods were allowed in the pilot program.