Source: AVID Certified Educators Foundations of Instruction

Design a lesson using the 4 Es. 

• Enter: Open the lesson in a way that hooks students, activates their prior knowledge, and sets the stage for learning.

• Engage: Build the lesson’s core, the moments where students actively interact with its content using AVID strategies like collaborative learning, inquiry, and scaffolding. 

• Evaluate: Take the time to assess your students’ understanding during the lesson to allow for real-time adjustments and comprehension checks. 

• Exit: Close the lesson, allowing students the opportunity to reflect on their learning and demonstrate mastery before leaving by providing a clear summary. 

Write one clear learning objective in student-friendly language—and share it. 

Writing clear learning objectives in student-friendly language gives every learner a sense of direction and helps them see how today’s work connects to their growth. 

Ask students for direct feedback. 

• What made sense today? 

• What was confusing? 

• What helped you learn? 

Treat student feedback as your most valuable data.

Confusion is useful information, not a setback. Use it to help you improve lessons in real time. 

Reflect. 

What did you learn about your lesson design today beyond its delivery?