Importance Of Intervention In Education

Throughout this course, I have gained and expanded my knowledge in meeting the needs of academically diverse learners. First, I expanded my knowledge on the response to intervention model during this course. Response to intervention is a three-tiered system that helps us identify and support students learning and behavioral needs (Laureate Education, 2014b). At Evansville Elementary, we focus on early intervention and use a lot of our resources in our primary grade levels. Students that struggle to show progress with core instruction receive tier two or tier three interventions. If students still are not showing adequate progress through intense tiered instruction, they are referred to tier four or special education services. We regularly

First, in regards to instruction I have learned the importance of using a variety of instructional strategies and practices to meet the needs of academically diverse learners. These include incorporating the seven multiple intelligences and different learning styles. As well as, effective strategies for gifted students, cultural diverse students, and limited English language students. “All learning disabled children can learn and become successful students, given fair opportunities” (Scholastic, n.d., pg. 1-3). Additionally, in regards to assessment I have obtained knowledge in frequently monitoring student progress through assessments. Progress monitoring is one of the four essential components of an effective response to intervention. “Progress monitoring is used to assess students’ academic performance, to quantify a student rate of improvement or responsiveness to instruction and to evaluate the effectiveness of the instruction” (Center on Response to Intervention, n.d. para. 1). At Evansville Elementary, we use district wide evidence-based tools and assessments to monitor our students’

At the beginning of this course I set three SMART goals including implementing research-based practices, differentiating the content, process and assessments, and incorporating visual materials to support academically diverse learners in my classroom. Throughout this course, I have been working towards meeting these goals to better serve the academically diverse learners in my classroom. I was able to accomplish all of the goals I had set in this course. My first goal, implementing research-based practices to meet the needs of academically diverse learners was a challenging goal. I focused on implementing cooperative learning, accessing prior knowledge, native language support, and scaffolding lessons. It was extremely beneficial having the ESL teacher come into the classroom and provide my ELL students in class support. My second goal, differentiating the content, process, and assessment was very beneficial to my teaching and my students learning. This goal helped me provide individual instruction and support throughout my literacy block. I was able to reach and challenge my high-level students and provide support and intervention for my struggling students. Lastly, my final goal was to incorporate visual representations to support ELL students. I incorporated pictures, graphic organizers, posters, and drawings. Throughout this