Why has the direct instruction model of teaching withstood the test of time?

Using a minimum of two professional resources, not including your textbook, respond to the following prompt in essay form. Why has the direct instruction model of teaching withstood the test of time? Provide three arguments supporting the use of direct instruction in the learning environment. Finally, in your opinion, if there is research to support direct instruction, then why do some individuals view direct instruction as a negative model of teaching? Be sure to cite all references using APA format. Your essay should be between two and five pages double-spaced, in 12-point font; then upload the assignment in the Assessments unit.