Functional Assessment:

Behaviors: Process to identify the problem, determine the function or purpose of the behavior, and develop interventions to teach acceptable alternatives to the behavior. More »

"In order to pledge success for every child using the RTI model, I would advise educators to seek building-wide commitment to the process and assemble a problem solving team dedicated to data analysis, interventions and progress monitoring..." [Read full story »]

— Katherine Griego, Principal, CO 

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In regards to implementing RTI at the secondary level, how do you address the issue of universal screening?

Response from Evelyn Johnson, Ed.D.: First, it will be important to determine the outcome you are trying to predict. At the elementary school level, screening is conducted to determine who is at-risk for poor academic outcomes, especially in reading and math....[read full response]

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May 27, 2009
Virtual Visit: "RTI in Action," Drs. Evelyn Johnson and Juli Pool's article, "Screening for Reading Problems in an RTI Framework," and the RTI Talk: "Effective Teaming and Collaboration within RTI."

April 22, 2009
"Annotated RTI Bibliography," "Roadmap to Pre-K RTI: Applying RTI to Preschool Settings," RTI Blog: "In Search of a Deeper Understanding," and Dr. Joseph Jenkins answers the "Question of the Month."

March 18, 2009
"Using Technology to Enhance RTI Implementation," Principal Bob Heimbaugh's blog, "Looking For Feedback From Educators," and the QUESTION OF THE MONTH, "Is RTI mandated by federal law?"

February 26, 2009
"RTI Leadership That Works," "Dr. George Batsche's new video, "Advice for School Districts Beginning to Implement RTI," Upcoming RTI Talk: Annemarie Palincsar on "Enhancing Reading Comprehension within Core Instruction."

January 21, 2009
"Universal Screening within an RTI Model" by Dr. Charles Hughes and Douglas Dexter of Penn State University, Screening for Reading Problems, Voices from the Field featuring speech-language pathologist and RTI Coordinator, Nicole Power.

December 17, 2008
Positive Behavior Support and RTI, Upcoming RTI Talk: Robert Horner on School-Wide Positive Behavior Support and RTI," Discussion board topic: "Teacher Preparation and Professional Development."

November 20, 2008
"Mathematics Intervention at the Secondary Prevention Level of a Multi-Tier Prevention System: Six Key Principles," RTI Interview Series: David Prasse on "What Teachers Need to Know about RTI."

October 22, 2008
"Working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Families," From the RTI Blog: Introducing Jared's Blog, new Voices From the Field.

September 18, 2008
RTI National Online Forum, "Classroom Reading Instruction That Supports Struggling Readers", RTI Interview Series: "Mary Beth Klotz on The Changing Role of School Psychologists Engaged in RTI."

August 16, 2008
"Ongoing Student Assessment," RTI Interview Series: "Bill East on Effective Ways for LEAs to Engage with SEAs and Schools Regarding RTI."

July 16, 2008
"Schools, Families and Response to Intervention;" RTI National Online Forum Webcast Available; RTI Interview Series: "Debra Jennings on Engaging Families in RTI."

June 17, 2008
"RTI in Secondary Schools"; RTI Interview Series: "David Allsopp on RTI and Improved Math Instruction";
Blog: "Coaching: A Tool for RTI Implementation."

May 29, 2008
"Inaugural RTI National Forum"; "Learn About Tiered Instruction"; Upcoming RTI Talk;
RTI Interview Series: "Jay Engeln on RTI at the Secondary Level."

May 2008
"The Help You Need to Get Started with RTI"; RTI Interview Series: "Don Deshler on Supporting RTI Implementation"; Blog: "RTI is for Tier 3 Too."