RTI (Response to Intervention)

What it means

A US tiered intervention model: students receive standard instruction, then progressively more intensive support if they don't respond. Used in early identification of learning disabilities and in some special education referrals.

Term details

Category: education

Regional use: us

Last source check: July 28, 2026

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