Every student is unique. The secret of an excellent education is to give each child what they need to succeed. MTSS interventions are one element of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports framework. MTSS interventions for social-emotional learning are key in helping struggling students to thrive. In the past, people thought of academics as the driving force in learning. However, educators and researchers have found that social-emotional development is foundational to academic learning, making it a critical component of educational curriculum.
Targeted instruction needs to be delivered from a young age to help children to develop empathy, show caring for others, learn what it means to respect one another, and develop their own strengths and personalities. Children often deal with difficult situations, but they lack the set of social and emotional skills they need to. Teaching these skills helps children form positive relationships. Building confidence in their ability and building up their core strengths allows them to manage the things in life they cannot control.
A social-emotional learning curriculum helps all students build these key skills. MTSS interventions are used for students who need additional support to succeed. Effective MTSS interventions help schools improve behavioral and academic outcomes and reduce the need for special education services. All students, even those who are not struggling in the classroom, can benefit from social-emotional curriculum and interventions. With evidence-based interventions, an MTSS framework can build a foundation of behavioral changes and self-direction that will help them succeed in life.
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