In this podcast episode, I’m joined by Jessica Colleu Terradas and Jon Owen, two international leaders bringing Engelmann’s Direct Instruction to life in Australia and the UK. This marks a milestone in the Direct Instruction Podcast—our first global double feature exploring what high-fidelity DI looks like beyond the United States.
Jessica, based in Australia, supports system-level implementation of DI, with a focus on literacy instruction. She discusses how schools where teaching precision and fidelity drive student outcomes.
Jon, joining from the UK, leads Corrective Mathematics groups and works on expanding DI-based numeracy intervention to students who have been consistently underserved by traditional maths instruction. He shares lessons learned from introducing DI into UK schools.
Listen to Progressively Incorrect on…
Spotify
YouTube
Apple Podcasts
WordPress
Throughout the episode, a clear theme emerges: Direct Instruction travels well when fidelity travels with it. Whether in Oregon, Canberra, or across the pond —precision programming, carefully engineered examples, and swift correction procedures remain the engine of student success.
Interested in coaching that works for every teacher, every time?
Book a demo of Steplab today and join me in NYC for the latest instructional coaching intensive!
Looking for great education books?
The podcast you’re listening to is sponsored by John Catt from Hachette Learning and hosted by Dr. Zach Groshell. John Catt publishes some of the best books in education, including my book, Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching.
Discover more from Education Rickshaw
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Education Rickshaw 