In class today we discussed response to intervention. This is a model of differentiated instruction and early intervention that works!
Tier 1 – about 80-90% of students
In this section are teacher responsibilities:
- curriculum knowledge
- value added assessment
- differentiated and adapted instruction
- progress monitoring
- inclusive practices
- culturally responsive practices
- metacognition and self-regulation
- fostering independence
- assistive technology
- teacher team problem-solver meetings
Tier 2 – about 10 – 15% of students
Inter-disciplinary team responsibilities:
- tier 1 interventions
- supplementary instruction and behavioral supports (Example: leveled literacy).
- needs-based assessment
- clear problem solving
- school-based/inter-disciplinary team
- problem-solving meetings
- intervention plan
Tier 3 – about 5% of students
Team responsibilities include:
- tier 1 and 2 interventions
- inter-agency involvement
- support team
- intervention plan
As I have learned in most of my inclusive education classes, the goal of response to intervention is to get students back to tier 1. To determine where students’ needs are best met, assessment and documentation must be ongoing and reliable.
