S11 E1: MTSS 101: What it is and what it isn't, with Joan Schumann, Ph.D.
About this episode
Joan Schumann, Ph.D. discusses the foundational concepts and practical implementation of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
MTSS explores the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), from foundational concepts to practical implementation. To kick things off, Joan Schumann, Ph.D., founding executive director of the International MTSS Association, joins host Susan Lambert, Ed.D., to provide an overview of an MTSS—what it is, what it isn't, and its core elements. Together, Joan and Susan discuss the core beliefs that make or break an MTSS implementation, what a prevention-oriented mindset looks like in a school, and w...
People in this episode
Host: Susan Lambert, Ed.D.
Guest: Joan Schumann, Ph.D.
Topics covered
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports
- MTSS implementation
- prevention-oriented mindset
- core beliefs
- educational support systems
Keywords
- MTSS
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports
- educational support
- implementation
- core beliefs
- prevention-oriented mindset
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: International MTSS Association
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