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MTSS vs RTI: What’s the Difference?
If you work in education, you’ve likely heard the terms MTSS and RTI used interchangeably. Both frameworks aim to help students succeed through early intervention and data-driven decision-making, but they’re not quite the same. Understanding MTSS vs RTI is essential for building systems that meet the needs of every learner. In this guide, we’ll break down how the two models relate, where they differ, and why many schools are shifting from RTI to MTSS as a more comprehensi

INcompassing Education
Mar 184 min read


Teacher Professional Development
Teacher professional development refers to specialized training, education, and advanced professional learning intended to help teachers and other educators improve their knowledge, skills, competence, and effectiveness. It can be delivered in person or online, through one-on-one interactions or in group situations, during the school day or beyond normal school hours. Professional development may be funded by schools, districts, or state programs, and are conducted by highly
Dianne McKinley
Sep 15, 20173 min read


The Importance of Professional Development in Education
Professional development (PD) in education or educational consulting refers to a wide variety of advanced professional learning, specialized training, or formal education that intends to help teachers, educators, and administrators improve their skills, knowledge, and effectiveness.
Schools, districts, federal, state or foundation grants, or private sources can shoulder the cost of professional development training. It can be delivered in person, online, through 1-on-1 int
Dianne McKinley
Apr 19, 20174 min read
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