Taking Action ; Second Edition

The second edition of the bestseller Taking Action delves deeper into how educators can leverage the PLC at Work® 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 pandemic
Leverage proven Tier 1 instructional practices to provide first-best teaching and engage students in learning
Understand the critical roles and responsibilities of the guiding coalition, teacher teams, and site intervention team
Create schoolwide, balanced assessment and grading practices that promote student learning and engagement
Employ crucial skills and tools to address common leadership obstacles, such as staff resistance to change

Contents:


Introduction: The Urgency of the Moment

Chapter 1: The RTI at Work Pyramid

Part One: Tier 1 Essential Actions

Chapter 2: A Culture of Collective Responsibility

Chapter 3: Tier 1 Teacher Team Essential Actions

Chapter 4: Tier 1 Guiding Coalition Essential Actions

Part Two: Tier 2 Essential Actions

Chapter 5: Tier 2 Teacher Team Essential Actions

Chapter 6: Tier 2 Guiding Coalition Essential Actions

Part Three: Tier 3 Essential Actions

Chapter 7: Tier 3 Guiding Coalition Essential Actions

Chapter 8: Tier 3 Intervention Team Essential Actions

Epilogue: Get Started . . . Then Get Better

References and Resources

Index