SIOP: Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol
What is SIOP?
SIOP is an approach to teaching that prepares all students, especially English language learners, to become college and career ready. The SIOP model is a framework for organizing instruction that supports teachers in planning and delivering high-quality instruction for all students.
How is the SIOP Model different from good teaching?
The SIOP Model is based on eight interrelated components that were designed to increase
There are 8 interrelated components that make up the SIOP model.
There are 8 interrelated components that make up the SIOP model.
- Lesson Preparation
- Building Background
- Comprehensible Input
- Strategies
- Interaction
- Practice and Application
- Lesson Delivery
- Review and Assessment
What are the benefits of SIOP?
When implemented to a high degree, the SIOP Model is proven to:
- Increase student achievement
- Improve academic content skills and language skills
- Deliver results aligned to district objectives
- Prepare students to become college and career ready