Remedial instruction is a form of differentiation of teaching characterised by individualised tasks, individualised use of time, and guidance and counselling. Remedial teaching is to be commenced as soon as learning difficulties are observed, so that the pupil does not lag behind in his or her studies. Before the pupil is judged to be doing poorly in the subject or subject group, he or she must have the chance to participate in remedial teaching.
The teacher takes the primary initiative regarding remedial teaching. An attempt is to be made to arrange for remedial teaching as a matter of mutual understanding with the pupil's parents or guardians, and they are to be informed about how the instruction is to be provided.
Remedial teaching is to be provided as often and as broadly as is appropriate from the standpoint of the pupil's academic success. The instruction is given either during lessons conforming to the pupil's schedule, or outside of those lessons.