Which sequence illustrates the gradual release of responsibility model (I do, We do, You do) in a lesson design?

• A. I do: students perform independently; We do: teacher models with prompts; You do: practice with feedback.
• B. I do: teacher explains; We do: minimal practice; You do: optional practice.
• C. I do: teacher demonstrates; We do: guided practice with prompts; You do: independent practice with checks for understanding.
• D. I do: whole class quiz; We do: no further work; You do: none.

Answer: (C)

Gradual release of responsibility means the teacher leads first, then supports students as they practice, and finally has students apply the skill independently with checks for understanding. In the I do stage, the teacher demonstrates the target skill or strategy so students can see exactly how it’s done. In the We do stage, students practice with prompts and scaffolds while the teacher provides feedback and steadily reduces support. In the You do stage, students work independently, and checks for understanding confirm mastery and guide any needed reteaching.

This sequence fits the described model: the teacher demonstrates, followed by guided practice with prompts, followed by independent practice with checks for understanding.