Choosing a lesson framework
When to use 5E, Madeline Hunter, Workshop Model, PBL, or Backward Design.
| Framework | Best for | Phases |
|---|---|---|
| 5E Inquiry | Science, discovery-based content, student-led investigations. | Engage · Explore · Explain · Elaborate · Evaluate |
| Madeline Hunter | Direct instruction of concrete skills and procedures. | Anticipatory Set · Objective · Input/Modeling · Guided · Independent · Closure |
| Workshop Model | ELA, writing, reading; student-centered with mini-lessons. | Mini-Lesson · Active Engagement · Independent Work · Share |
| Problem-Based | Cross-disciplinary projects driven by an authentic problem. | Problem · Investigate · Solution · Reflect |
| Backward Design (UbD) | Unit-level planning starting from desired understandings. | Desired Results · Evidence · Learning Plan |
Not sure which to pick? Start with the one your district expects, or 5E if you have flexibility. You can change framework on a per-lesson basis.