Drill+and+practice

__**​What is Drill & Practice?**__

Drill and practice is an instructional method which:
 * Promotes the acquisition of knowledge or skill through repetitive practice.
 * Usually refers to small tasks such as memorization of spelling words or practicing arithmetic facts.
 * Is also used in games and sports.

__**How Does it Work?**__

Drill and practice works effectively because it:
 * Helps learners master materials at their own pace.
 * Is used as a reinforcement tool.
 * Is a proven strategy for beginning learners or for students experiencing learning problems.

__**Drill & Practice--Old School**__

Low-tech versions of this method of instruction include: __Note__: Just because these items are not as splashy as the high-tech versions you will see below, does not mean they are less effective. High-tech versions, however, do have a greater appeal to children (and adults!) and may, therefore, hold a student's interest making it more likely that the student will benefit from the tool.
 * Flash cards
 * Worksheets
 * Copying (i.e., spelling words)
 * Note cards
 * Sports--batting practice, shooting hoops, timed running sprints.

__**Drill & Practice and Technology**__

What high-tech versions of drill and practice have to offer include:
 * Software packages offer structured reinforcement.
 * They are based on question and answer interactions (and should provide student feedback).
 * May use games and graphics to increase motivation.

__**Example of Technology-Based Drill & Practice**__

For a good example of old school meets technology, see the link below. There you will find (among other things) interactive math flashcards.

[|www.Aplusmath.com]

__**Resources for Drill & Practice**__
 * [|www.Aplusmath.com]
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 * [|www.cited.org/index.aspx?page_id=92]