Overview

Multi-Tiered Systems of Support: A Practical Guide to Preventative Practice, by Gary Schaffer, makes it easy to decipher this important framework for delivering evidence-based interventions to improve student outcomes. Focusing on the common elements of the intervention service delivery models comprising Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, this text offers step-by-step guidance for each stage of MTSS.

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Author:   Gary E. Schaffer (Niagara University, USA)
Publisher:   SAGE Publications Inc
Imprint:   SAGE Publications Inc
Weight:   0.520kg
ISBN:  

9781071831144

ISBN 10:   1071831143
Pages:   248
Publication Date:   26 September 2022
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: An Introduction to MTSS and Intervention Service Delivery Models Chapter 2: The Four Pillars of the MTSS “House” Chapter 3: Response to Intervention Chapter 4: School-wide Positive Behavior Support Chapter 5: Social-Emotional RTI Chapter 6: Suicide Prevention and Intervention Chapter 7: Overcoming Challenges to MTSS Implementation Chapter 8: Roles and Responsibilities under MTSS Chapter 9: Implementation of MTSS in Alternative Settings Appendix A: Response to Intervention Appendix B: School-Wide Positive Behavior Support Flowchart Appendix C: Social-Emotional RTI Flowchart Appendix D: Suicide Prevention and Intervention Flowchart Appendix E: All Intervention Service Delivery Models Glossary

Reviews

It is possibly the most comprehensive book about how to implement MTSS in the schools I have seen. It goes beyond the four pillars and builds an entire house, - Anna Fritts, Ph.D., Gonzaga University and the Washington Education Association -- Anna Fritts * Draft review 2 * A text focused on MTSS including PBIS, RtI, and Social Emotional Learning with updated information about implementation of MTSS and the barriers to its success, - Kelli Henson, Ph.D Nicholls State University -- Kelli Henson * Draft review 2 * I think there are definitely components of this text that are not captured in others. This adds something to what other, comparable texts provide. The discussion questions and case examples also would pair nicely with class engagement, which are also not included in other texts that I have used in the past. I think it is a good overall discuss of MTSS conceptually, - Sarah Harry, Ball State University -- Sarah Harry * Draft review 2 * Well formatted text for student to get a frame of the trajectory of multi-tiered systems and their profound importance, - Tammy J Ladwig, UW Oshkosh -- Tammy J Ladwig * Draft review 2 * This is a text that describes the foundation of MTSS. It provides a brief overview of the policy landscape before discussing the foundational principles of MTSS. After doing this, it describes the core features of MTSS for both academic, behavioral, and social emotional issues. This text provides examples of how to provide support for students at various tiers while determining whether or not services were effective at reducing problems, - Kristine Camacho, Worcester State University -- Kristine Camacho * Draft review 2 * I would describe this book to a colleague in my department as being a source repleted with visuals such as diagrams, flowcharts, etc., to help support content related to the MTSS System. It's an amazing source! - Dr. Janet Grier, Associate Professor Brenau University -- Janet Grier * Draft review 1 *

Author Information

Growing up as a struggling student with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and a learning disability, Gary Schaffer has dedicated his professional practices and life to helping all learners succeed. Gary received a bachelor’s degree in special education and English and subsequently went on to become a school psychologist and clinical mental health counselor. As a school psychologist, Gary has practiced across school, hospital, and state agency settings where he primarily worked with diverse learners and individuals with developmental disabilities. Currently, Gary is employed full-time at Niagara University where he teaches graduate students in school psychology and counseling. Additionally, Gary provides consultation and assessment services for Erie County Medical Center (ECMC). Outside of working for Niagara University and ECMC, Gary served on the New York State Association of School Psychologists board and has met with both state and national legislators in regards to the Every Student Succeeds Act, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, and increasing the availability of mental health services for children.  Additionally, Gary has authored numerous scholarly articles, books, book chapters, and programs in the areas of MTSS, school psychology leadership, autism, and suicide prevention and intervention,  He has presented on and offers consultation in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and best preventative practices under three-tiered frameworks, such as RTI and SWPBS. He can be reached through his email at geschaffer@gmail.com or followed on Twitter at @GE_Schaffer.          

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