Cognitively Guided Instruction

This research brief explores the outcomes and benefits of CGI, the implementation of CGI throughout a district, and the necessary training to support and sustain quality CGI instruction over time.

Summary Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) is a method of math instruction. This research brief explores the outcomes and benefits of CGI, the implementation of CGI throughout a district, and the necessary training to support and sustain quality CGI instruction over time. Key observations from our research 1. Academic research and contacts at profiled districts suggest that cognitively guided instruction (CGI) increases mathematical understanding for both teachers and students. 2. Conduct regular training sessions to sustain quality mathematical instruction with CGI. 3. Employ CGI coaches to provide in-classroom support and training to teachers. 4. Contacts report that teachers can overcome common challenges instructing certain topics (e.g., fact fluency, telling time) with CGI. Download the Report