Response To Intervention Program Analysis

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The program in which I feel benefits the support of children and families who are culturally and linguistically diverse is that of providing early identification and support in which it “requires careful attention to children’s individual needs and high quality educational approached tailor to meet these needs.” (Darragh, 2010, p.443) in which children who are ESL (English as a Second Language) are able to learn through RTI (Response to Intervention) and get the support necessary to support their success. RTI is based on a 3 tier system in which “RTI targets school-age children with learning challenges and is designed to support the success of all learns.” (Darragh, 2010, p.443) Tier 1 is being screened regularly to see what additional

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