The National Institute for Direct Instruction (NIFDI) is the world's foremost Direct Instruction (DI) support provider.
Eugene, OR
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“In this randomized experimental pilot study, students whose caregivers delivered Spelling Mastery significantly outperformed the waitlist-control group on standardized spelling, even with modest dosage (~two 15-minute lessons per week over 10 weeks)." -Dr. Brennan Chandler 🧵
Dr. Chandler and his team’s latest study is out in School Psychology Review! Read it here: buff.ly/NPeclD2
NIFDI is offering remote training for Spelling Mastery levels in January.
Levels A & B: buff.ly/cdczowP
Levels C-F: buff.ly/CqEBb25
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Celebrating Carlie Crowner: 2026 Carnine-McRoberts Award Recipient
At the 52nd DI Conference, NIFDI had the honor of celebrating Carlie Crowner, a student at Baltimore Curriculum Project, as the recipient of the 2026 Carnine-McRoberts Award. buff.ly/E8MaJ1w
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Do you know a student who has shown exceptional academic success? If so, nominate them for the 2027 Student Improvement Award! Nominations are currently open for all Excellence in Education Awards: nifdi.org/awards
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Learn more about Direct Instruction, NIFDI training, and the National Conference at NIFDI.org.
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#DirectInstruction #StudentSuccess #BCP #NIFDICONF2026
Sold a Story shared this article on social media from MPR News highlighting the results at Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School: buff.ly/Hd9C7zp
NIFDI has supported Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School in beginning and continuing its implementation of Direct Instruction (DI).
As a NIFDI partner school, staff members have attended the Annual DI Conference and receive ongoing implementation support through coaching, on-site observations, and data analysis.
We are proud to support the school as it strengthens instruction and improves student outcomes.
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Learn more about Direct Instruction, NIFDI training, and the National Conference at NIFDI.org.
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Registration for the National DI Conference is now open! Join us in Eugene, July 26-30, 2027.
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With over 40 sessions to choose from, there's something for everyone!
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#NIFDICONF2027 #DirectInstruction #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherTraining
NEW Early Registration Incentives!
* Register by March 1st and receive $100 off your registration fee
* Register and book your room at the Graduate by February 28th and be entered to win a free room upgrade
View the full brochure and register at: buff.ly/WmmGkVs
Meet Ever Pedersen, the 2026 recipient of the Carnine-McRoberts Student Improvement Award, presented by Doug and Linda Carnine at the 52nd National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes.
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Watch Ever’s inspiring story: buff.ly/AeAKZV0
Learn more about Direct Instruction, NIFDI training, and the National Conference at NIFDI.org.
Fill out our contact form to connect with us: buff.ly/tYcvSap
#DirectInstruction #Education #Literacy 🧵
Do you know a student who has shown exceptional academic success? If so, nominate them for the 2027 Student Improvement Award! Nominations are currently open for all Excellence in Education Awards: nifdi.org/awards
In his latest LinkedIn article, NIFDI President Kurt Engelmann compiled Emily Hanford's direct quotes on Direct Instruction.
Read the full article here: buff.ly/eFT9E81
#SoldAStory #DirectInstruction #ScienceOfReading #Literacy #ReadingInstruction #Education
From NIFDI President Kurt Englemann:
I had the pleasure last month to present a webinar to The Reading League Illinois on the effectiveness of the Direct Instruction (DI) approach, a recording of which is available here: buff.ly/QoS7VjS
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In the webinar, I decided to concentrate on the instructional principles that lie at the heart of the DI published programs for two main reasons:
Read the rest of Kurt's post on LinkedIn: buff.ly/wQxJbsk
#TRLConf2026
Do you support students with dyslexia?
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! It’s an opportunity to highlight evidence-based instruction that makes a meaningful difference for students who struggle with reading.
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Dr. Kathleen Madigan compiled a detailed alignment document explaining how Corrective Reading aligns with Texas’s dyslexia intervention requirements and the program’s instructional components.
Read the full alignment document here:buff.ly/OBdRrpT
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Ready to learn how NIFDI can support your school? Connect with us to discuss your students’ needs and explore how we can help: buff.ly/ibHyHx8
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