Comment on Blog Post 2 (Cassis)
Hey Cassis,
I really liked how clearly you broke down the components of Direct Instruction (DI) and applied them to the topic of cyberbullying and mental health. I agree with your point that the structured nature of DI can provide a consistent and clear foundation for all students, which is especially important when discussing something as serious as cyberbullying. Furthermore, I also think you made an important observation about DI’s limitations, especially its lack of flexibility in addressing students’ emotional responses. Conversations around mental health need space for reflection, empathy, and open dialogue, which scripted lessons and choral responses don’t always allow for. Something that made me curious is how do you think teachers could balance the structure of DI with strategies that support emotional reflection and student voice? Would incorporating journaling or small group discussions help bridge that gap? Regardless, your analysis made me think more critically about how we might blend structured approaches like DI with more emotionally responsive teaching strategies. Thanks for sharing!