Gagné’s Nine Events of Instruction
Robert Gagné’s Nine Events of Instruction provides a systematic framework to design and deliver effective lessons. Each event aligns with specific cognitive processes, ensuring learners are guided smoothly from engagement to application and transfer of knowledge
1. Gaining Attention
Get learners curious and ready to
learn.
· Use a
surprise fact, a quick game, or a funny video clip.
Example: Show a magic trick that ties
into the lesson topic.
2. Inform Learners of the Objective
Tell students what they will be able to
do by the end.
· Share
clear “I can…” statements.
Example: “By the end, you’ll be able
to draw and label the parts of a plant.”
3. Stimulate Recall of Prior Learning
Help students connect new ideas to what
they already know.
· Ask
questions about last lesson.
Example: “Who remembers how we
planted seeds last week?”
4. Presenting the Content
Show or explain the new material in
small chunks.
· Use
pictures, stories, or demonstrations.
Example: Read a short story about how
plants grow, then show time-lapse video of a seed sprouting.
5. Providing Learning Guidance
Give tips, hints, or examples that make
new ideas easier.
· Model a
step-by-step process.
Example: Teacher draws one leaf on
the plant diagram, narrating each part.
6. Eliciting Performance (Practice)
Let students try out the new skill
themselves.
· Use
hands-on activities or practice worksheets.
Example: Students draw and label
their own plant diagrams.
7. Providing Feedback
Give specific praise or correct
mistakes right away.
· Point out
what’s done well and how to improve.
Example: “Great job labeling the
stem! Next time, remember the flower goes at the top.”
8. Assessing Performance
Check that students can do it on their
own.
· Use a
quick quiz, presentation, or show-and-tell.
Example: Have each student explain
one part of the plant to a partner.
9. Enhancing Retention and Transfer
Help learners remember and use skills
in new situations.
· Review
key ideas and connect to real life.
Example: Discuss how knowing plant
parts helps us care for class plants and our gardens at home.
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