This session focuses on applying the RTI framework to literacy instruction across all tiers. Participants will examine effective Tier 1 core literacy practices, targeted Tier 2 interventions, and intensive Tier 3 supports grounded in data-driven decision-making. Emphasis is placed on practical, evidence-based strategies that educators can implement immediately to support student growth in phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Session Goals
• Understand how RTI applies to literacy instruction
• Identify effective Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 literacy practices
• Leave with ready-to-use literacy intervention strategies and tools
Tier 1 Literacy: Strong Core Instruction
Focus: Preventing gaps through effective whole-group instruction
Key Topics:
• Components of literacy: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension
• High-impact Tier 1 strategies
• Formative assessment
Classroom Strategies:
• Explicit modeling and think-alouds
• Structured literacy routines
• Academic vocabulary routines
• Differentiation within whole-group instruction