SED 520 - Multi-Tiered Systems of Classroom Support

This course introduces participants to the concepts of multi-tiered systems of academic and behavior support, from the schoolwide to the classroom perspective, including students with suspected or identified disabilities. Participants will develop an understanding of the defining characteristics of MTSS at Tiers 1, 2 and 3: prevention-based, focus on student performance, data-based decision making and problem solving, continuous progress monitoring, and using a continuum of evidence-based interventions. Students will develop classroom strategies for establishing a productive learning environment including establishing and teaching expectations, structuring the classroom, creating a system to acknowledge behavior and to address minor problem behavior. Students will apply learning in classroom settings. The course includes an applied project as part of a 24- hour school-based field experience unless the course is part of an initial graduate certification program such as ETEP.

Prerequisite(s): SED 235, or SED 540, or program permission.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered:
Course Type: Special Education