April Blast
5 04 2010
Previous Information Blasts provided an in-depth look at Tier I and Tier II of the RtI 3-Tier model. This month provides an overview of the components in Tier III.
Students not making adequate progress with Tiers 1 and 2 supports are identified by the decision-making team to receive specifically designed individualized interventions that extend beyond the instruction that has been provided. Tier 3 interventions may or may not differ from those provided in Tier 2, depending on local design of the tiered instruction; however, delivery of instruction at this level is more intense in frequency and duration. In addition, Tier 3 support involves more frequent progress monitoring (i.e., daily or as needed).
Tier 3 Components:
• Size of instructional group: Small group or individual instruction • Amount of time: Usually a minimum of 30-60 minutes, 4-5 times per week. • Frequency of progress monitoring: Daily or as needed to monitor the effectiveness of intervention. • Duration: Approximately 6-12 weeks as determined by the response of the student to the intervention program implemented with fidelity. • Instructor qualifications: Tier 3 instruction should be provided by school personnel knowledgeable of the core curriculum and trained in instructional methodologies, differentiation, acceleration and enrichment strategies, and progress monitoring.Tier 3 interventions can result in successful progress that makes Tier 1 or Tier 2 instruction appropriate for the individual student. If sufficient progress does not occur, continued implementation of Tier 3 instructional interventions and supports may be warranted.
Suggested School Activity:
Your school staff is made up of many individuals who may offer a variety of skills. For this month’s activity, assess the staff in your building. Identify any specific strengths, training, and/or knowledge of your staff and determine possible ways to utilize your staff in different roles to support classroom instruction.
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