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Spectrum Institute (SITL)
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We are the Spectrum Institute for Teaching and Learning (SITL). Dedicated to improving education through Spectrum of Teaching Styles.

https://spectrumofteachingstyles.org/

PO Box 127
Urbana, IL 61801
spectruminstituteboard@gmail.com
March 23rd, 2026 Spring Workshop Presentations! Email spectruminstituteboard@gmail.com for more info/link to join.
January 20, 2026 at 8:02 PM
We attended the 2025 International Conference for the 13th East Asian Alliance of Sport Pedagogy and gave a wonderful presentation on global diffusion of the Spectrum of Teaching Styles. Watch here!
Global Diffusion: SITL as a Stakeholder in Advancing Spectrum Scholarship and Practice
This presentation was given by Dr. Deng-Yau Shy and Feng-Min Wei at the 2025 International Conference for the 13th East Asian Alliance of Sport Pedagogy.Spec...
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January 16, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Tell us a bit about your experience with the Spectrum of Teaching Styles! 
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January 14, 2026 at 4:03 PM
We have a lot going on this year - join us!
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January 12, 2026 at 8:02 PM
The Spectrum Institute Board had an exciting first board meeting of 2026 and we can't wait to grow and learn with everyone this new year! 
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January 9, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Happy Wednesday everyone! Quick Spectrum question for you:
No Spectrum teaching style is better than another style. This statement is reflective of the...
A. Role of Idiosyncrasies
B. Non-versus Approach
C. Inconsistent Use of Terms
~Answers/Convo Friday in comments~
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January 7, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Nominations are invited from the research and teaching profession. Authors ARE allowed to nominate themselves. Nominated articles must have been published in 2025 (journal volume/issue identified). Nominations open January 1 - March 1 2026. spectrumofteachingstyles.org
January 1, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Spectrum Institute Research Grants open! Check them out and fund your schooling and research by visiting our website at spectrumofteachingstyles.org
December 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
December 23, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Find the Spectrum Institute for Teaching and Learning on your favorite social media. We've even started a Pinterest page with printable handouts, wall charts, and other awesome resources. Check out all the places you can follow and connect with us:
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December 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
The Spectrum Board has been busy reading over submitted 2026 Conference for the Spectrum of Teaching Styles abstracts. We had so many great submissions! Get ready to check your emails and join us in Ancient Olympia in May 2026!
December 16, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The defining characteristic of the Self-Check Style is developing the decisions necessary for independence while practicing a reproduction task and initiating self-checking skills using a prepared criterion.
December 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The SITL Outstanding Journal Publication of the Year Award honors individuals who make a distinctive scholarly contribution to the Spectrum of Teaching Styles. Nominations will open on January 1st, 2026! #sitl #sots #journal #journalawards #edusky #education #academiclife #academicjournal
December 8, 2025 at 6:03 PM
The Spectrum Institute of Teaching and Learning wishes you and your family a happy winter holiday season!
December 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Spectrum Colleagues and Researchers - chat with us. What exciting conferences, webinars, or projects will you be part of in 2026? The Spectrum Institute Board is looking forward to the 1st International Conference on the Spectrum of Teaching Styles #sitl #sots #webinars #edusky #research #conference
December 4, 2025 at 5:39 PM
One of the most used styles of teaching is defined by The Spectrum as Command Style A. It is direct instruction, from teacher to learner. Download our Command Style Objectives Handout for use in your classroom!
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December 2, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Style C: Reciprocal - allows students to practice and observe, giving students the chance to give and receive feedback with peers. #sitl #sots #education #educationcommunity
November 29, 2025 at 4:03 PM
November 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Guided Discovery: Style F, students are taking major steps into discovering answers, building curiosity, and developing question skills.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Check out Teaching Physical Education, now on audiobook! Scan the QR to begin listening today.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Have you written and published a paper on The Spectrum of Teaching Styles? We'd love to add it to our article database! Let us know about your work - SpectrumInstituteBoard@gmail.com and check out other Spectrum research papers on our website - SpectrumOfTeachingStyles.org
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November 19, 2025 at 6:02 PM
We now have Dutch translations on our Sample Episode videos. Come check out examples of teaching in each of the Spectrum of Teaching Styles, A-K! Thank you so much to Tom Madou and Toon Dehandschutter for your hard work translating our videos.
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November 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
What is Style B of the Spectrum of Teaching Styles? It's all about Practice - students actively working on skills they've learned. #sitl #sots #education #educationcommunity
November 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Join as a Spectrum of Teaching Styles Colleague! Stay connected: https://spectrumofteachingstyles.org/index.php?id=61
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November 11, 2025 at 4:05 PM
2026 is fast approaching. Why not fill those calendars with events from The Spectrum Institute of Teaching and Learning? Check out some of our major events in 2026 and stay tuned for more exciting things. See more at Spectrumofteachingstyles.org
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November 7, 2025 at 4:04 PM