Core+Instruction+&+Intervention

 Tier I - Core Analysi s  
 * Scientifically-Based Core Instruction and Intervention**

Instruction and intervention at all levels of intensity (Tiers 1, 2, and 3) within an RtI model is scientifically-based, or based on rigorous research in content covered and methods used. For example, in the area of reading, the content of scientifically-based instruction and intervention programs includes the "Big Ideas" found in research and outlined by the National Reading Panel: phonemic awareness, alphabetic principle, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary. Scientifically-based instructional methods for all content areas include modeling, providing multiple opportunities for active student responding and guided practice, and providing corrective feedback. Appropriate scientifically-based instructional materials at all levels of intensity provide a systematic scope and sequence that includes clear guidelines about which skills are taught and the order in which content are introduced. These materials can be used to differentiate instruction based on the level of student need (i.e., to support students, including English language learners, who are performing above grade level, at grade level, slightly below grade level, significantly below grade level, etc.). The scientifically-based instruction and intervention materials employed are appropriate for a system that uses student data and clearly-specified decision rules to guide implementation.

Resources

 * [|RtI Core Analysis 3.1.11.pptx]
 * [|RtI Core Systems Analysis Model.doc]
 * [|DIBELS Effectiveness Worksheet.pdf]
 * [|K-6 Reading Planner blank.doc] (Template for recording programs and assessments available in your school at each grade level for each tier of RTI)
 * [|90 Min. Block 3.4.10.ppt] (PowerPoint for a 90 min. reading block training)

 ** Choosing a Program (different evaluation tools you might use when analyzing possible core programs) **
 * ** [|FCRR Guide for Choosing a Program.pdf] **
 * **[|4-12 FCRR guide.pdf]**
 * ** [|glossaryOfReading.pdf] **
 * ** [|Oregon Consumer's Guide 2006.doc] **

 ** Understanding the Research **
 * Identifying and Implementing Educational Practices Supported by Rigorous Evidence: A User-Friendly Guide (USDE, 2003)


 * Resources for Program and Strategy Research **
 * What Works Clearinghouse
 * Best Evidence Encyclopedia
 * Center on Instruction
 * Doing What Works


 * Practice Guides **
 * Extensive Reading Interventions in K-3 from Research to Practice (Scammacca, Vaughn, Roberts, Wanzek, Torgesen, 2007)
 * Improving Adolescent Literacy: Effective Classroom and Intervention Practices: 4-12 (Kamil et.al., 2008)