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How to identify and help a struggling student
Signs of a struggling student?
incomplete homework
marks significantly lower than peer group
inconsistency with ability and achievement
lack on active participation in classroom
lack of depth in writing - lack of critical analysis - ability to infer
Frustration and anger.
Refusal to engage in group work or class discussions.
Addressing the signs of a struggling student. (Referral process)
Concerns are brought via Referral
Form to a Support Team meeting
(occurs on alternating Tuesdays).
The Support Team reviews the referral,
conducts further research and directs
concern to proper support venue (admin,
counselling, learning support, Teacher
Support Group).
The Referring teacher and other
relevant teachers are notified of venue
and included in developing plans.
Response to Intervention (RTI) is a multi-tier approach to the early identification and support of students with learning and behavior needs
High-quality, scientifically based classroom instruction. All students receive high-quality, research-based instruction in the general education classroom.
Ongoing student assessment. Universal screening and progress monitoring provide information about a student’s learning rate and level of achievement, both individually and in comparison with the peer group.
Tiered instruction. A multi-tier approach is used to efficiently differentiate instruction for all students.
Parent involvement. Schools implementing RTI provide parents information about their child’s progress, the instruction and interventions used, the staff who are delivering the instruction, and the academic or behavioral goals for their child.
Tier 1: High-Quality Classroom Instruction, Screening, and Group Interventions
Tier 2: Targeted Interventions
Tier 3: Intensive Interventions and Comprehensive Evaluation
Strategies / tools for a struggling student in the classroom. (Class environment)
Mnemonics
Use special phrases to help students remember information
The strategy can also help with learning vocabulary
Multisensory Instructioin
Method links what students see, what they hear how they move , what they feel
Graphic Organization
Method of drawing a picture to map out thoughts
Scaffolding
Break learning into chunks
Follow logical order to move toward a clear goal
Include charts, pictures, and cue cards
Differentiated Instruction
Switching and changing around what students need to learn
Plans which include extra practice, step-by-step directions, and special homework.
Parent support and strategies for a struggling student
Case managers specific to students
Progress reports
communication plans
checks and updates
Emails and conferences
Inna Marx
References:
http://www.rtinetwork.org/learn/what/whatisrti
https://www.understood.org/articles/en/5-common-techniques-for-helping-struggling-students
