Start Students at the Right Level

Accurate student placement is an important first step in a successful Direct Instruction (DI) implementation. NIFDI provides training and support to help schools assess students, determine the appropriate program and instructional level, and create effective instructional groups.

Placement assessments help schools:

• Identify the appropriate DI program and level for each student
• Create effective instructional groups
• Plan for needed instructional materials
• Prepare teachers to teach the appropriate program levels
• Begin instruction successfully at the start of the school year

Training and Support

NIFDI can train school staff to administer placement assessments and provide guidance throughout the assessment process. Training may be provided in person or remotely, depending on the needs of the school or district.

NIFDI also reviews assessment information and provides guidance on student placement and grouping to help schools begin instruction with students at an appropriate level.

Why Accurate Placement Matters

Starting students at the right instructional level helps ensure that lessons are appropriately challenging and that students can experience success as they progress through the DI sequence.

With the right placement, teachers can begin the school year prepared with the appropriate programs, materials, and instructional groups.

NIFDI can help your school build a strong foundation for Direct Instruction from the start.