Time is a crucial attribute in effective instructional programs. It is highly correlated with achievement levels of students the more time a student can spend on a task, the higher her learning will be.
Time dissipates through many means, such as interruptions, taking roll, fire drills, etc.
There are also tremendous differences in time management between and among subject areas and teachers. Kinds of Time 1. Opportunity Time total time available from beginning bell to ending bell. Relevant Instructional Time amount used for instruction subtract out class transition time, lunch, announcements, assemblies, and the like. Instructional Time the time left for instruction after non-routine interruptions are factored out, such as fire and tornado drills, and P.A. announcements.