While the Science of Reading informs us on what to teach, 50 years of research on Explicit Instruction guides us on how to teach. In this session, Dr. Archer will review, illustrate, and model high-leverage practices concerning the Design of Explicit Instruction lessons in which the teacher would 1) convey the purpose of the lesson, 2) establish a firm foundation for new learning by reviewing necessary prerequisite skills and knowledge, 3) clearly explain or demonstrate what is to be learned, 4) provide scaffolding to optimize student success, and 5) provide adequate guided and independent practice to ensure learning.