Just Tell Them: The Power of Explanations and Explicit Teaching

Zach offers both new and experienced teachers clear explanations and examples of the most relevant research on explicit instruction. New teachers will find his insights invaluable, especially when seeking “permission” to move away, without guilt, from methods they instinctively know are ineffective. For experienced teachers, Zach provides deeper explanations and practical tips to enhance their effectiveness. True to his approach, Zach includes examples and non-examples that bring his points into sharp focus. It’s easy to read a teaching book and think, “That’s what I do.” But when you recognize yourself in a non-example, you’re faced with a moment of honest reflection. – Gene Tavernetti, Ed. D., Author of Maximizing the Impact of Coaching Cycles
Humans are (almost) unique amongst animal sorts that they are capable of communicating what they have learnt to others who haven’t yet learnt it. You could say, explaining is the epitome of what makes us human. And to either neglect or even deny this, denies our uniqueness as species and hampers our teaching and learning. The specific instructional techniques discussed in this book make use of these principles of cognitive and evolutionary psychology. – Paul A. Kirschner, Emeritus Professor of Educational Psychology at the Open University of the Netherlands

Zach Groshell, PhD is a highly distinguished teacher, instructional coach, and education consultant. Zach is based in the Seattle area and works with schools around the globe to develop high-quality instruction based on the science of how kids learn. Zach hosts the podcast Progressively Incorrect and is active on X @mrzachg.

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