The school implementation scale: measuring implementation in response to intervention models

Models of response to intervention (RTI) have been widely developed and implemented and have expanded to include integrated academic/ behavior RTI models. Until recently, evaluation of model effectiveness has focused primarily on student-level data, but additional measures of treatment integrity within these multi-tiered models are emerging to facilitate understanding of implementation of essential elements for effective school systems that produce student-level academic and behavioral success. The valid and reliable School Implementation Scale, a 33-item cost-effective online implementation measure, was designed for all school staff to complete and utilize in school improvement efforts. Moderate correlations were found between scale results and reading and writing achievement of students with disabilities.