With adequate planning and appropriate instructional materials, theory courses can be successfully taught using the individualized instruction method. One key to the success of individualized instruction is the quality of the lesson plans. Several benefits, available to schools who elect to use the individualized method of instruction, are shown below. Students do not have to repeat portions of a course that they have already mastered. Students learn the self-discipline needed to motivate themselves and to keep their progress on target.
Students can check their own results on classwork and seek help when needed.
These need to be considered prior to proposing use of this teaching method. Not all students will benefit from individualized instruction. Some students need greater interaction with the teacher and classmates than is available using this method. Students with low reading ability may have difficult progressing through materials which are presented primarily in writing. Lesson plans must include activities for all students while the teacher is working with one or a few students.