Learning Strategies Curriculum: Fundamentals or Proficiency in the Theme Writing Strategy

Intervention: Learning Strategies Curriculum: Fundamentals or Proficiency in the Theme Writing Strategy

Area: Literacy

Tier: 2

Type: Commercial Tool

Major Focus: Written Expression

Description: Students learn the TOWER strategy to write basic, five paragraph themes. Utilizes the SIM Content Enhancement Routine.

Targeted Students: Elementary  ☒   Middle  ☒     High  ☒

Subgroup within Level: K☐ 1☐ 2 ☐3☐ 4☐ 5 ☒6☒ 7☒ 8 ☒9☒ 10☒ 11 ☒12☒

Entrance Criteria: TBD by SST/SRBI team

Exit Criteria: Grade-level performance

Intervention Requirements: TBD based on student need; aligned with Tier 2 expectations

Progress Monitoring: External source needed

Implementation Considerations: 17 lessons, teacher manual ($15) and student book ($11)

Availability: 

Research Backing:  Sponsored research

Link to Intervention: https://sim.drupal.ku.edu/writing-strategies