Data-Driven Behavioral Interventions

Abstract

Behavioral intervention grounded in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) frameworks, namely RTI and PBIS, are critical to behavior management in educational settings. This chapter will guide practitioners using data-driven decision-making to assess student needs, design and intensify behavioral interventions, monitor progress, and drive continuous improvement. Educators will learn practical techniques for collecting and analyzing behavioral data, choosing appropriate interventions, collaborating with stakeholders, and evaluating program effectiveness within an MTSS approach. The goal is to provide special and general education teachers with strategies to implement ethical, evidence-based behavioral interventions that improve outcomes for students exhibiting significant problem behaviors.