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"Instead of concentrating on the "bar" that kids are supposed to be clearing, we're focusing on taking students from "where they are and moving them forward." [Read full story »]

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Should interventions in Tier 2 and Tier 3 follow the alignment of the core curriculum?

Response from Karen Wixson, Ph.D.: The general answer to this question is "yes"—Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions should be aligned with the core curriculum.  However...[read full response]

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Behavior Supports

Behavior SupportsThe Behavior Supports section discusses how to maximize student learning and the impact of effective interventions by preventing the development and lessening the intensity of problem behaviors. The introductory article by George Sugai of the University of Connecticut examines social behavior supports within the RTI framework as a way to improve academic and social behavior outcomes for struggling students.

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Additional Articles

Integrating Academic and Behavior Supports Within an RtI Framework, Part 1: General Overview »
Integrating Academic and Behavior Supports Within an RtI Framework, Part 2: Universal Supports »
Integrating Academic and Behavior Supports Within an RtI Framework, Part 3: Secondary Support »
Integrating Academic and Behavior Supports Within an RtI Framework, Part 4: Tertiary Supports »
 
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