Direct InstructionThere are various teaching approaches, but the one that is widely used by many teachers is the direct instruction approach. This is the classic teaching style that many people remember from K-12. The teacher was standing in front of the class giving his lesson while writing on the blackboard. This is why direct instruction is also known as “Chalk and Talk” (Evans, 2006). Direct instruction is not outdated and remains appropriate in many situations today. The following will discuss direct instruction and some scenarios in which this instructional approach is appropriate. Direct Instruction Application Scenarios During safety meetings in a construction company, direct instruction would be appropriate. The person conducting the safety meeting or course will likely not be able to demonstrate why a situation is dangerous. Direct teaching is important because the instructor can show videos or pictures of what can happen when something is not done correctly and is not done safely. Videos and images can allow employees to see real threats related to unsafe work while safely getting the message across in a classroom setting. The instructor can demonstrate the skills needed to resolve safety issues (Intervention Central, n.d.). By teaching skills through direct instruction, employees will better know how to work safely and have the skills to recognize safety issues. Another area where direct instruction would be appropriate is in online learning environments. An example of this is the Colorado State University Global Campus. Throughout weekly modules, CSU Global often uses YouTube videos for students to watch and learn. This is effective with online learning b...... middle of paper ......One-off presentations or YouTube videos to help make online learning possible. Works Cited Boleware, J. (2013). The types of instructions used in the classroom. Retrieved from http://www.ehow.com/list_7609879_types-instructions-used-classroom.htmlPurduecal Education. (nd). Direct teaching. Retrieved from http://education.purduecal.edu/Vockell/CAI/Cai3/cai3direct.htmEvans, D.N. (2006). Models, strategies and methods for effective teaching. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Intervention Central. (nd). Introducing academic strategies to students: A direct instruction approach. Retrieved from http://www.interventioncentral.org/academic-interventions/general-academic/introducing-academic-strategies-students-direct-instruction-Worksheet Library. (nd). Direct teaching. Retrieved from http://www.worksheetlibrary.com/teachingtips/directinstruction.html