What does DRILL function as in the PDAS framework?

• A. Creates experiences for learning
• B. Welcomes and intro
• C. Guides practice
• D. Reviews and previews

Answer: (A)

DRILL in the PDAS framework is about crafting the learning environment and activities that invite students to engage, think through problems, and practice new skills. It’s not simply about greeting students, introducing the topic, or merely guiding practice during an activity; it’s about creating meaningful, hands-on experiences that propel learning forward. By designing prompts, tasks, and contexts that prompt exploration and repeated practice, the teacher sets up the opportunities students need to build mastery. The other roles—opening with a welcome, providing previews, or directing practice during activities—are more about those moments themselves, whereas DRILL centers on establishing the engaging experiences that drive learning.