Taking Action ; Second Edition

The second edition of the bestseller Taking Action delves deeper into how educators can leverage the PLC at Work(R) process to create a highly effective multitiered system of supports. This step-by-step guide defines-tier by tier-the essential actions of the guiding coalition, teacher teams, and intervention team. New recommendations and tools are included to target assessments, engage students, and address resistance. Use this book to: Close the achievement gaps exacerbated by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemicLeverage proven Tier 1 instructional practices to provide first-best teaching and engage students in learningUnderstand the critical roles and responsibilities of the guiding coalition, teacher teams, and site intervention teamCreate schoolwide, balanced assessment and grading practices that promote student learning and engagementEmploy crucial skills and tools to address common leadership obstacles, such as staff resistance to changeContents:Introduction: The Urgency of the MomentChapter 1: The RTI at Work PyramidPart One: Tier 1 Essential ActionsChapter 2: A Culture of Collective ResponsibilityChapter 3: Tier 1 Teacher Team Essential ActionsChapter 4: Tier 1 Guiding Coalition Essential ActionsPart Two: Tier 2 Essential ActionsChapter 5: Tier 2 Teacher Team Essential ActionsChapter 6: Tier 2 Guiding Coalition Essential ActionsPart Three: Tier 3 Essential ActionsChapter 7: Tier 3 Guiding Coalition Essential ActionsChapter 8: Tier 3 Intervention Team Essential ActionsEpilogue: Get Started . . . Then Get BetterReferences and ResourcesIndex