The quality of Tier 2 and Tier 3 instruction is the most important variable affecting student progress in grades K–3.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Answer explanation

The strength of your Tier 1 instruction is the most important variable affecting student progress.

What proportion of students are likely to need Tier 2 or Tier 3 instruction even when Tier 1 instruction is effective?

• at least 5%

• at least 10%

• at least 20%

• at least 30%

Based on the assessment data presented in this session, what can you conclude about how teachers’ professional development (PD) affects students’ performance outcomes?

• In-depth PD has little impact on Tier 1 students.

• PD with coaching makes no difference on students’ outcomes.

• Although teachers receive in-depth PD, Tier 3 students make little progress.

• PD to build teacher expertise and provide coaching supports significantly improved student performance.

Your district has selected a solid, research-based core instructional program for reading. Which guideline best explains how an individual teacher should implement this program?

• Implement the elements that align with the existing curriculum and students’ interests.

• Follow it, but if necessary supplement it, or adjust the pacing to meet students’ needs.

• Follow it exactly; even small deviations may significantly reduce its efficacy.

• Use it as a rough guide for designing your own program.

Successful implementation of an RTI or MTSS model depends on collaboration among all faculty.

• TRUE

• FALSE