3). Like the RTI program, the SWPBS is also a multi-tiered framework that are used to help young learners who fail to respond adequately to interventions at tier 1 (What is SWPBS?, 2016).
Relate the ways in which the combination of RTI and SWPBS can support student success in academics and promote socially acceptable behaviors conducive to learning
The combination of the RTI and SWPBS programs provides a synergistic approach that focuses on both academic outcomes as well as promoting those behaviors that are needed for a safe and effective learning environment along of continuum that recognizes special learning needs (Bohanon, Goodman & Mcintosh, 2016). Figure 1 below depicts the key components of these academic and behavior supports.
Figure 1. Key components of RTI and SWPBS programs
Source: http://www.rtinetwork.org/images/content/articles/learn_about_RTI/behavior-supports/integrated_functions.jpg
Explain how the addition of a social skills program to Tier 2: Targeted Intervention (SWPBS) can provide an extra layer of training for socially significant behaviors in the Behavior Education Program
The addition of a social skills program to Tier 2: Targeted Interventions is consistent with goals of the behavior education program because this level of intervention is specifically designed to provide young learners with the intensive instruction they need to overcome their behavioral deficits in order to graduate to Tier 1 or rejoin the general classroom (What is RTI?, 2016).
Part II
Develop a School-Wide Positive Behavior Support plan for Jackson Elementary School. Include the following:
A) Tier 1: Universal Interventions
Evidence-based practices are used to deliver high-quality educational services at Tier 1: Universal Interventions, and all students will be screened on a regular basis to determine the impact that any learning or behavioral deficits are having on suboptimal outcomes. Those young learners identified with these types of deficits will be provided with additional instruction for as long as necessary, but generally no longer than 8 weeks. Following the completion of this program, students are revaluated for their potential to return to the…
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