The Gradual Release of Responsibility is a research-based instructional model developed by Pearson and Gallagher (1993). In this optimal learning model, the responsibility for task completion shifts gradually over time from the teacher to the student.
Gradual Release of Responsibility (Pearson and Gallagher, 1993): Graphic
Gradual Release of Responsibility - What Does It Look Like? - This is a nice chart from Regie Routman showing examples of what each stage in the model might look like.
Effective Use of the Gradual Release of Responsibility Model Doug Fisher provides an overview of the Gradual Release of Responsibility model and gives specifics about focus lessons, guided instruction, collaborative learning, and independent practice.
Teaching Channel Video View the gradual release of responsibility model in action.
What does the Gradual Release of Responsibility Model look and sound like? This graphic provides teacher and student behaviors during the Gradual Release of Responsibility model.
I Do, We Do, You Do This graphic organizer includes mentor roles and responsibilities.
Gradual Release of Responsibility PowerPointThis PowerPoint gives information on direct instruction, guided practice, scaffolding, collaborative learning, and independent student work.