Response to Intervention (RTI): A Guide for Family Members and Staff
Developed for use in k-5 schools
Purpose: This guide will outline the “what”, “where”, “who”, “why”, and “how”s of RTI.
What is Response to Intervention (RTI)?
Response to Intervention (RTI) is an educational model, designed for use in both general education and special education,to advance educational outcomes for all students and aids struggling students by focusing on how students respond to individualized intervention. RTI relies on early identification to support students academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs by targeting instruction interventions, at increasing levels of intensity, as soon as those needs become apparent. Progress is closely monitored to assess both the learning rate and level of performance of individual students. Collaborative Educational decisions about the intensity and duration of interventions are based on frequent monitoring of individual student response to instruction. The RTI approach can identify an at-risk child and assist a teacher in developing an educational plan based on that student’s weaknesses and strengths. (http://www.rtinetwork.org)
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Educators intervene early with scientifically researched-based validated interventions to swiftly address learner’s needs. They will use various assessments for screening, diagnostics, and progress monitoring to drive instruction and to develop interventions. It is believed that most academic difficulties can be prevented through early identification and appropriate interventions. The most important tenet is with appropriate, effective instruction all children can