Instructional Model for Resource and BI Services

Why develop an instructional services model and why do it now?

• Strategic Plan – Goal 1
• Systems approach to improving academic achievement for all students
• Urgency based on the achievement data on Special Education students
• Urgency based on the lack of adequate funding while expectations for outcomes are increasing
• Availability of emerging research on promising practices for Special Education population
• 2004 Reauthorization of IDEA endorsement of increased emphasis on the use of research-based practices
• 2004 Reauthorization of IDEA clearly links accountability and need for adequate yearly progress to Special Education programs

Enduring Understandings

• A system approach helps to achieve alignment of programs, curriculum, assessments, and effective instruction practices.
• Quality instruction is essential for the success of all children across the system.

Essential Questions

• How do special education services specifically support Goal 1 of the Strategic Plan?
• What can we learn by understanding IDEA, exploring effective models, and examining current research?