THE SELF-DETERMINED LEARNING MODEL OF INSTRUCTION (SDLMI)

The Self-Determined Learning Model of Instruction (SDLMI) is used by teachers to enable students to:

  • Set goals

  • Make choices and decisions

  • Develop plans to reach goals

  • Track progress toward goals


THE SDLMI IS AN EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE LED BY

THE KANSAS UNIVERSITY CENTER OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Phase 1: What is my goal, Phase 2: What is my plan, Phase 3: What have I learned

HOW IS THE SDLMI USED?

  • In each phase, Student Questions guide students in solving the overall problem of each phase

  • Each Teacher Objective provides a roadmap for teachers supporting students to answer the Student Questions

  • Teachers use Educational Supports to provide instruction to answer Student Questions

teacher objective + educational supports guide student questions

More Information about SDLMI:

Raley, S.K., Shogren, K.A., & McDonald, A. (2018). Whole-Class Implementation of the Self-Determined Learning Model of Instruction in Inclusive High School Mathematics Classes. Inclusion, 6(3), 164-174. doi: 10.1352/2326-6988-6.3.164

Shogren, K.A., Burke, K.M., Anderson, M.H., Antosh, A., LaPlante, T., & Hicks, T. (2020). Examining the Relationship Between Teacher Perceptions of Implementation of the SDLMI and Student SelfDetermination Outcomes. Career Development and Transition for Exceptional Individuals, 43(1). doi: 10.1177/2165143419887855

Shogren, K.A., Burke, K.M., Antosh, A., Wehmeyer, M.L., LaPlante, T., Shaw, L.A., & Raley, S. (2019). Impact of the Self-Determined Learning Model of Instruction on Self-Determination and Goal Attainment in Adolescents with Intellectual Disability. Journal of Disability Policy Studies, 30(1). doi: 10.1177/1044207318792178