Professional Learning Approaches to Equip Educators for Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Implementation: A Scoping Review

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Abstract

Many districts and states mandate MTSS to facilitate student growth. However, it is unclear how educators are engaging in professional learning focused on MTSS implementation to promote MTSS fidelity. We conducted a scoping review on educators’ engagement in professional learning to facilitate MTSS implementation. This presentation will summarize the extent of literature on professional learning for MTSS, types of professional learning provided, the study designs used, the settings and populations sampled, outcomes evaluated, and factors that influenced professional learning. Overall, participants will learn about the breadth and depth of the empirical research focused on professional learning for MTSS, have discussion around findings relative to available studies areas and consider directions for future research.

Authors

• Joseph David Latimer, University of South Florida

• Rachael Hite, University of South Florida

• Jennifer R. Wolgemuth, University of South Florida

• Nicholas Scheel, University of South Florida - Tampa

• Jose Castillo, University of South Florida