Managing Classroom Beaviors Using an RTI/MTSS Framework

Book excerpt: Designed for use by teachers, this 6-page, quick-reference laminated guide by Jim Wright, founder of Intervention Central (www.interventioncentral.org), describes a range of evidenced-based Tier 1 (whole class) RTI/MTSS strategies and interventions to prevent and manage disruptive or inappropriate classroom behaviors. Topics include: Teaching and reinforcing behavioral expectations; Making instruction engaging and effective; Developing effective teacher-student communication; Strategies for dealing with non-compliant behaviors, inattentive behaviors, anxious behaviors; Breaking the aggression cycle. An invaluable classroom tool that will help teachers maintain a positive and productive classroom climate where all students learn.