The Power of RTI and Reading Profiles: A Blueprint for Solving Reading Problems

by Louise Spear-Swerling

This one-of-a-kind text explains why RTI is today's best approach for preventing reading difficulties--and how research on reading profiles can enhance the power of RTI. For practitioners, the book provides a complete, evidence-based blueprint for using RTI and reading profiles in tandem to plan effective core literacy instruction and help struggling readers in Grades K-6, whether they have disabilities or issues related to experience (e.g., ELLs, children from poverty backgrounds). For researchers and policymakers, the book describes ways to help ensure higher reading achievement for every student, including improvements in core reading instruction, use of RTI practices and the Common Core State Standards, and teacher preparation.

READERS WILL

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The case studies and practical examples cover a broad range of reading problems and help make the latest research findings applicable to everyday practice.

Genres: Education

256 pages, Paperback

First published September 26, 2014

Reviews

[Alida Hudson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read for all teachers of reading! Spear-Swerling helps translate reading research into classroom practice in this wonderful professional resource. Highly recommend!

[Maggie Rowan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a more simplified version of Kilpatrick's essentials book. A good read but definitely needs time to think through