National Institute for Direct Instruction (NIDI)

The National Institute for Direct Instruction (NIDI) is an organization dedicated to promoting and researching a teaching approach called Direct Instruction (DI). DI emphasizes structured, scripted lessons delivered in a clear, step-by-step manner to ensure students understand and master essential skills efficiently. NIDI supports schools and educators by providing training, resources, and evidence-based practices to improve student learning outcomes, particularly in literacy and math. Its goal is to facilitate effective teaching methods that lead to academic success for a diverse range of students, especially those who benefit from systematic instructional approaches.