Free Webinar Scheduled – An Overview of Authentic Direct Instruction Math Programs February 13, from 1pm-2:30pm, NIFDI will provide a free overview of all Direct Instruction programs for teaching numeracy. This session will help you understand the intended audience for each Authentic Direct Instruction math program. Use of the programs in general or special education sessions will

Zach Groshell to Present How Direct Instruction Embodies the Science of Learning Join noted education consultant Dr. Zach Groshell on February 26th at 4 pm Pacific. This free 60-minute webinar will detail how Direct Instruction programs align with the research in cognitive science and educational psychology. Examples from the DI programs will demonstrate how the careful

Bonus Keynote Added to National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes Agenda On Wednesday, July 22, Ernesto Rodriguez, Founder/Director of Kindful Restorations in Riverside, California, will present Direct Instruction: Not Only for Reading But Also for Building a Better Life. Ernesto will share his personal journey, first serving over two decades in prison, with over half a dozen years in

NIFDI Winter Remote Training Schedule Announced Effective training is critical to the successful implementation of Direct Instruction (DI). In these highly focused trainings, you will learn, practice, and receive feedback on the critical presentation skills needed to teach the programs. Group size is limited, so you will receive the feedback you need to ensure student

Anita Archer to Present at National Direct Instruction Conference We are pleased to announce that Dr. Anita Archer will be presenting a pre-conference workshop at the 52nd National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes on July 20, 2026. Dr. Archer is a co-author of Explicit Instruction and is internationally recognized for her expertise in effective instruction.

Help NIFDI Make a Difference For 30 years, the National Institute for Direct Instruction (NIFDI) has partnered with schools worldwide to improve the lives of all students. Please help us make a difference by donating. Your donation can help support our work in schools like: A very rural tribal K-12 school in Minnesota. The staff