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?
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
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