What is embedded instruction?

When children with disabilities are included in a general education class, it is often suggested that they should be pulled out of that class into a separate classroom either individually or with a small group to receive evidence-based interventions to meet their IEP goals. The problem with specially designed instruction is that students often miss key instruction in the general education classroom and then fall behind. A more universally designed approach adjusts the lesson plan in the general education classroom to include the specially designed instruction without the need for pull out.

Embedded instruction integrates teaching strategies into natural classroom activities, allowing students to work on their IEP goals within their daily learning environment rather than being pulled out of class for instruction.

To learn more, see our full article Embedded Instruction 101.