Re: using math packets vs. direct instruction

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ABE is Adult Basic Education signifying below eighth grade
level in reading and/or math.

On 9/06/08, norm wrote:
> I've noticed that many of the ABE classes I've observed
> utilize math packets that students work on during the
> class hours. I teach evening classes and instruct from
> the board for about an hour and a half to two hours of the
> three hour class. When I sub for other classes the
> students are at first shocked and then delighted at my
> direct instruction approach. I'm curious about the
> approach of ABE classes in your area. If direct
> instruction isn't used, what is the reason?

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