by Mike Mattos (Author), Austin Buffum (Author), Janet Malone (Author)
The second edition of the bestseller Taking Action delves deeper into how educators can leverage the PLC at Work(R) process to create a highly effective multitiered system of supports. This step-by-step guide defines--tier by tier--the essential actions of the guiding coalition, teacher teams, and intervention team. New recommendations and tools are included to target assessments, engage students, and address resistance.
Use this book to:
- Close the achievement gaps exacerbated by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
- Leverage proven Tier 1 instructional practices to provide first-best teaching and engage students in learning
- Understand the critical roles and responsibilities of the guiding coalition, teacher teams, and site intervention team
- Create schoolwide, balanced assessment and grading practices that promote student learning and engagement
- Employ crucial skills and tools to address common leadership obstacles, such as staff resistance to change
Contents:
Introduction: The Urgency of the Moment
Chapter 1: The RTI at Work Pyramid
Part One: Tier 1 Essential Actions
Chapter 2: A Culture of Collective Responsibility
Chapter 3: Tier 1 Teacher Team Essential Actions
Chapter 4: Tier 1 Guiding Coalition Essential Actions
Part Two: Tier 2 Essential Actions
Chapter 5: Tier 2 Teacher Team Essential Actions
Chapter 6: Tier 2 Guiding Coalition Essential Actions
Part Three: Tier 3 Essential Actions
Chapter 7: Tier 3 Guiding Coalition Essential Actions
Chapter 8: Tier 3 Intervention Team Essential Actions
Epilogue: Get Started . . . Then Get Better
References and Resources
Index
Number of Pages: 360
Dimensions: 1 x 10.6 x 8.4 IN
Publication Date: August 29, 2024
