What to do to regain control of a vehicle in a skid?

I was taught to steer into the skid , don't MASH the brake and don't floor the gas . if your in a skid you don't have traction and no control. it takes a second or two for the wheels to stick back to pavement. once the vehicle starts to grab the pavement I was taught to lightly tap the brake getting it to slow and regain control. consult your owners manual for best results with your make of vehicle.