Go beyond the definitions and process talk of response to intervention (RTI) and find straightforward strategies for successful implementation. This book addresses the need to deepen RTI efforts based on practical implementation issues and emerging research. Dr. Bender analyzes how RTI is implemented, how it functions, and its implications for general and special education teachers and students. He shows how to extend the RTI process to apply not just to reading, but also to math and behavior. Using his experience in workshops with real schools, he outlines typical implementation issues and provides clear guidance to classroom teachers on documenting the process, contacting parents, complying with the law, and preparing for meetings to determine a student’s eligibility for special services.

Educators new to RTI and those already involved in implementation efforts will find useful solutions to meet the learning needs of every student.