Delivering Intensive, Individualized Interventions to Children and Youth with Learning and Behavioral Disabilities

Special education offers intensive, individualized interventions to address the learning and behavioral needs of students with special education services. Tier 3 interventions are the most intensive and require individualized delivery. MTSS, such as RTI and PBIS, use universal assessment, progress monitoring, and data-based decision-making to implement interventions with increasing intensity and individualization. This volume covers topics such as identification, intervention features, delivery considerations, behavioral interventions, academic interventions, and preservice teacher preparation, with recommendations based on research evidence. It is a valuable resource for teachers, administrators, and teacher-educators.

Format: Hardback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 12 May 2022
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

The cornerstone of special education lies in the provision of intensive, personalized interventions that cater to the unique learning and behavioral needs of students who require specialized services. Within a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS), tier 3 interventions constitute the most intensive level, necessitating individualized delivery to effectively address the diverse requirements of these students. MTSS frameworks, such as Responsiveness to Intervention (RTI) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), encompass a comprehensive approach that includes universal assessment, progress monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. This approach ensures that intervention strategies are tailored to the specific needs of each learner, gradually increasing in intensity and customization as the student's needs evolve.

The chapters included in this volume delve into a wide array of topics related to identifying students in need of the most intensive intervention, the characteristics and delivery considerations of intensive interventions, behavioral interventions, academic interventions, and preservice teacher preparation. The authors of these chapters are esteemed international experts in their respective fields, offering valuable insights and recommendations grounded in robust research evidence. Furthermore, they engage in discussions about potential enhancements to multi-tiered systems of supports and intensive interventions to ensure optimal outcomes for students with special needs.

This book serves as a contemporary and invaluable resource for teachers, administrators, and teacher-educators who are entrusted with delivering special education services and/or supporting those who do. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the intricacies of intensive interventions and offers practical strategies for implementing MTSS in educational settings. By leveraging the expertise and insights of the authors, educators can enhance their ability to provide effective and tailored support to students with diverse learning needs, fostering their growth and success.

Weight: 464g
Dimension: 161 x 238 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781802627381