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"Of the many RTI materials published today, this one is user-friendly and much broader in scope. Written in clear and understandable yet professional language, this excellent book is appropriate for all K–12 educators and administrators."—Carla Osberg, Program Specialist, Special PopulationsNebraska Department of Education

"Offers a unique organization of key concepts, and addresses current implementation issues with integrity. The strategies, suggestions, and tips contribute to the overall reader-friendliness of the book. The comparison/contrast of the problem-solving and standard treatment protocol approaches is well written and provides the reader information to determine the best approach for the students, school, or district."—Linda Palenchar, Coordinator, Office of Special EducationWest Virginia Department of Education

Discover a resource that shows teachers how to implement RTI in the classroom!

As a result of NCLB legislation and the reauthorization of IDEA 2004, Response to Intervention (RTI) is now a mandated process for documenting the existence or nonexistence of a learning disability. For educators new to the RTI approach, Response to Intervention presents an overview of key concepts with guidelines for accountability practices that benefit students in inclusive classrooms.

Presenting the three tiers of RTI techniques, the authors demonstrate how general and special education teachers can use research-based interventions effectively to individualize instruction, monitor individual student progress, and implement strategies to meet the specific needs of all students.

Response to Intervention assists educators with the basic and necessary steps to provide students with a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and includes:

Vignettes, examples, and forms based on the problem-solving and standards-based approaches to RTIA chapter illustrating how RTI techniques benefit students who are economically underprivileged and/or culturally and linguistically diverseA chapter devoted to Frequently Asked Questions

Featuring helpful charts and reproducibles, this timely resource is sure to become a valuable guide as educators implement programs to document how individual students respond to specific educational interventions.

"A must-read for every educator. Not only does Cara Shores provide the background information on RTI for academic achievement and behavior, she also takes the reader step-by-step through effectively integrating the two processes."—Ronda Shelvan, Special Education TeacherWashougal School District, WA"The book includes examples, case studies, and resources that are very useful for teachers and administrators."—Judy Rockley, State TrainerKansas State Department of EducationStrengthen schoolwide learning and behavior with a proven model for change!Academic achievement and behavior are intertwined, and students often struggle with challenges spanning both areas. This research-based and practical book helps educators apply proven Response to Intervention (RTI) methods in a new way—as a highly effective, comprehensive approach to addressing behavioral issues and related academic achievement.Nationally known expert Cara Shores describes how schools have successfully used RTI to improve behavior in the general education K–12 environment. Readers will learn how to implement RTI both in the individual classroom and schoolwide. This guide includes:Vignettes showing how educators can address behavioral issues with RTI′s three tiersGuidance on building teams and leveraging resources to effectively reach at-risk studentsAdvice on the role of behavioral assessment within RTI, including universal screening and progress monitoring for behaviorInteractive exercises, reproducibles, and other tools Use RTI to address behavioral and academic performance, and build a better foundation for learning for all students!

"A must-read for every educator. Not only does Cara Shores provide the background information on RTI for academic achievement and behavior, she also takes the reader step-by-step through effectively integrating the two processes."—Ronda Shelvan, Special Education TeacherWashougal School District, WA

"The book includes examples, case studies, and resources that are very useful for teachers and administrators."—Judy Rockley, State TrainerKansas State Department of Education

Strengthen schoolwide learning and behavior with a proven model for change!

Academic achievement and behavior are intertwined, and students often struggle with challenges spanning both areas. This research-based and practical book helps educators apply proven Response to Intervention (RTI) methods in a new way—as a highly effective, comprehensive approach to addressing behavioral issues and related academic achievement.

Nationally known expert Cara Shores describes how schools have successfully used RTI to improve behavior in the general education K–12 environment. Readers will learn how to implement RTI both in the individual classroom and schoolwide. This guide includes:

Vignettes showing how educators can address behavioral issues with RTI's three tiersGuidance on building teams and leveraging resources to effectively reach at-risk studentsAdvice on the role of behavioral assessment within RTI, including universal screening and progress monitoring for behaviorInteractive exercises, reproducibles, and other tools

Use RTI to address behavioral and academic performance, and build a better foundation for learning for all students!

"Does a good job of addressing the issues and challenges I have experienced during my career as teacher, staff developer, and administrator. The authors seek to inform and establish understanding."—Susan N. Imamura, Retired PrincipalHawaii State Department of Education"Shores and Chester offer clear instructions and sage advice that will fast-forward the widespread adoption of RTI, ultimately providing ALL children with better chances for academic success."—Jim Grant, Educational Consultant, AuthorStaff Development for EducatorsA step-by-step approach for implementing RTI to improve schoolwide achievement!Principals and administrators have only scratched the surface of how Response to Intervention (RTI) can maximize school performance and student achievement. This book gives school and district leaders a comprehensive vision and framework for implementing RTI schoolwide and includes interventions and assessments for teachers. Cara Shores and Kim Chester help educators identify students at risk, pinpoint highly effective strategies that address students′ individual needs, and use assessment to monitor progress and adjust instruction. The book offers an overview of RTI and takes readers through each level of a three-tiered RTI pyramid geared to provide effective teaching practices for all learners and develop interventions for at-risk and nonresponding students. The book presents:Charts, figures, and diagrams to illustrate points throughout each chapterGuidelines for developing action plans at the school or district levelPractical suggestions for partnering with parentsReflective questions to help readers apply the information to their schoolsCombining a "big picture" approach with research-based strategies, Using RTI for School Improvement illustrates how RTI can transform schools into highly effective, motivating learning environments.

"Does a good job of addressing the issues and challenges I have experienced during my career as teacher, staff developer, and administrator. The authors seek to inform and establish understanding."—Susan N. Imamura, Retired PrincipalHawaii State Department of Education"Shores and Chester offer clear instructions and sage advice that will fast-forward the widespread adoption of RTI, ultimately providing ALL children with better chances for academic success."—Jim Grant, Educational Consultant, AuthorStaff Development for EducatorsA step-by-step approach for implementing RTI to improve schoolwide achievement!Principals and administrators have only scratched the surface of how Response to Intervention (RTI) can maximize school performance and student achievement. This book gives school and district leaders a comprehensive vision and framework for implementing RTI schoolwide and includes interventions and assessments for teachers. Cara Shores and Kim Chester help educators identify students at risk, pinpoint highly effective strategies that address students′ individual needs, and use assessment to monitor progress and adjust instruction. The book offers an overview of RTI and takes readers through each level of a three-tiered RTI pyramid geared to provide effective teaching practices for all learners and develop interventions for at-risk and nonresponding students. The book presents:Charts, figures, and diagrams to illustrate points throughout each chapterGuidelines for developing action plans at the school or district levelPractical suggestions for partnering with parentsReflective questions to help readers apply the information to their schoolsCombining a "big picture" approach with research-based strategies, Using RTI for School Improvement illustrates how RTI can transform schools into highly effective, motivating learning environments.