Synthesis brief
Implementing structured pedagogy programmes at scale
Yue-Yi Hwa, Heather Leigh Kayton and Michelle Kaffenberger
Structured pedagogy is a teaching and learning approach built around a carefully sequenced and scoped progression of competencies for children to master. Structured pedagogy programmes have cost-effectively improved children’s foundational learning outcomes in several global south contexts. They typically include an integrated package of detailed lesson plans, student learning materials, introductory teacher training, ongoing coaching and/or supervision for teachers, and other essential support.
This brief examines the components of structured pedagogy programmes and offers practical insights for designing and delivering these programmes effectively at scale.
The topics covered in this brief include:
- What is structured pedagogy?
- Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of structured pedagogy
- Elements of effective structured pedagogy programmes
- Implementing structure pedagogy programmes at scale
- Research gaps for implementing structured pedagogy at scale
- Additional resources on structured pedagogy
Hwa, YY., Kayton, H. L., and Kaffenberger, M. 2024. Implementing structured pedagogy programmes at scale. What Works Hub for Global Education. Synthesis brief, 2024/002. https://doi.org/10.35489/BSG-WhatWorksHubforGlobalEducation-RI_2024/002
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