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The Response to Intervention KnowledgeBase is an online resource supporting educators in understanding and implementing the response to intervention (RTI) model. The National Implementation Research Network (NIRN) has identified four stages in the implementation of evidence-based strategies such as RTI. The first stage is Exploration, and it involves consideration of the essential components of RTI models and the district or school's readiness to implement an RTI model with fidelity. During the second stage, Installation, a district or school selects an RTI model and works actively to put in place all of the supports necessary for implementing the essential components. These supports can include staff member training, policies, implementation guides, forms, assessments, instructional programs, and software. The third stage is Initial Implementation, and it involves implementing the essential components. Initial Implementation can involve just a few components or teachers, and then implementation expands over time. When the majority of teachers are implementing all components of RTI with fidelity, the district or school is in the fourth stage, called Full Implementation. This KnowledgeBase is geared primarily toward those in the Exploration and Installation stages, with some resources for those in the Initial Implementation stage.
Task 2: Learn About RTI 's Essential Components
Guideline: The National Center on Response to Intervention (RTI) identifies four essential components for RTI:
- Multi-level prevention system
- Screening
- Progress monitoring
- Data-based decision making
The components are an interrelated system with data-based decision making at its core. To implement RTI, teachers must understand and be familiar with these components. It is also important to note no single definitive RTI model exists, as some states have identified additional components in their models. This task provides overview information about RTI’s essential components. In subsequent tasks, each component is further examined.
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