RTI is a very useful and common intervention approach in
schools. There are three levels in RTI. In Tier 1, all students are required to
participate using evidence-based core curriculum. It is instructed by general
education teachers. This level will meet the needs of 80 to 85 percent of all
students. Tier 2 is built upon Tier 1 using strategi, evidence-based instruction.
This level aims to help students who do not response to Tier 1 intervention
(about 15%). This level of intervention serves as a supplementary to Tier 1
intervention and an extended learning opportunities. Students need to attend
both levels of intervention. If students still do not response sufficiently,
Tier 3 intervention is added using intensive, evidence-based intervention. It
is conducted by specialist or special education teachers. About 5 percent of
all students require this level of intervention. From the school level, RTI is
very successful as teachers and children both like it. From the curriculum and
the instruction level, RTI is deemed as effective.
I also feel RTI can be very effective. I never used in the classroom but from the articles and videos I have come across, it seems to be structured in a way that can help teachers identify struggling readers and the areas they need help in. I do feel however that without the proper guidance from an experienced teacher, it can become confusing at first. Having a mentor who can guide and provide feedback can help the process go more smoothly.
回复删除Nice post! Have you ever observed and/or implemented RTI in a classroom before? Do you have any questions about its implementation or use with students?
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