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Kris Stutchbury Post 1

4 February 2021, 12:08 PM

Activity 1.5: What does the 'Wave Model' of intervention mean to you?

Write a short post summarising your thoughts on the Wave Model of intervention. 

Daniel Trotman Post 2 in reply to 1

11 February 2021, 12:23 PM

The Wave Model of Intervention is very important. We as educators need to be able to identify which wave is needed and best for the children in our care. Many times we thing children may need additional interventions but with increase use of learning aids in the classroom we would find lots of ways to include most if not all the children in our care. However we do know that some students may need that additional support.

Kris Stutchbury Post 3 in reply to 2

12 February 2021, 10:12 AM

I agree Daniel - I think each 'wave' needs to be implemented concurrently. Learning aids can take many forms. Do you have examples of things that have been particularly effective?


Verlyn James Post 8 in reply to 2

14 February 2021, 10:36 PM

I agree Daniel. We as educators need to properly analyse which wave is most suitable for the students in our care.

Fatima Kabir Post 9 in reply to 2

15 February 2021, 2:40 AM

The Wave Model is indeed a fantastic Model, that if well implemented can improve inclusiveness in child education.  But for the Model to succeed, teachers need to be well trained or well-oriented to use of the Model. In Wave 1 for instance, teachers have  to understand the specific needs of a child with special needs in his/her class, and improvise ways to work with them. They should not alienate these children but put them in groups with other children so that they are encouraged to learn.

Matthew Nasilele Post 15 in reply to 9

18 February 2021, 6:50 AM

The wave model indeed is very important if inclusive education has to beimplemented successfully.  However, each wave requires the people concerned or stake holders to adequately plan for it in terms of resources required.  As I have observed each wave need to work concurrently with the other waves but it is wave 1 that is more critical.

Kris Stutchbury Post 18 in reply to 15

19 February 2021, 10:00 AM

I agree that the waves work concurrently - Have you seen examples of Wave 1 in action?

FLORENCE Kamonjo Post 25 in reply to 9

26 February 2021, 4:45 PM Edited by the author on 26 February 2021, 4:46 PM
True Fatima. Because the first wave is of the teacher then the teacher need to be made aware of his/her important role in inclusive education. I appreciate I now know I have a part to play.

FLORENCE KISIRKOI Post 26 in reply to 9

27 February 2021, 2:46 PM

Good idea Fatuma. You are right. Could you think of the hindrances teachers face when improvising ways of supporting children with special needs in their class to learn? What suggestions could you offer as ways of countering the challenges?

Rose Nyambura Post 31 in reply to 9

4 March 2021, 4:35 PM

WAVE MODEL

Very true Fatma, all teacher programmes should have an aspect of training that offers teachers some knowledge of inclusive education even if its just wave 1. 

Sammy Mutisya Post 40 in reply to 31

9 March 2021, 8:44 PM

What comes out is like practice Learner Centered Education would fix most of exclusion and promote inclusion.

David Ngatia Post 43 in reply to 40

11 March 2021, 12:28 PM

That's true Sammy. The wave model calls for teachers keenness in identifying inclusivity challenges and assisting the the affected learners to make them feel included. This can only happen when education is learners centered.

Tebogo Gabana Post 22 in reply to 2

26 February 2021, 12:51 AM

true that,in my class one of the students is unable to read and copy correctly,the method i applied i did not realise that is part of wave model,where i assigneg to students to always assist this struggling one

Sammy Mutisya Post 39 in reply to 2

9 March 2021, 8:40 PM

Classify students as high achievers and low achievers may exclude if not well handled. As a teacher I should bother to know why a student is a low achiever and provide support instead of labeling.

David Ngatia Post 44 in reply to 39

11 March 2021, 12:31 PM

Yes Sammy. Categorizing learners based on their abilities may stigmatize the affected learners and exclude them in education.

Praveel Rambaram Post 51 in reply to 2

14 May 2021, 11:32 AM

So accurate and perfectly said.

Bilkisu Aminu Post 4 in reply to 1

12 February 2021, 11:12 AM
It an important approach which can enhance good inclusive learning. It is concerned with a child centered kind of learning in which emphasis is laid on ensuring classroom teachers having all the necessary support do their best to include all students in the process of learning especially those with disabilities.

Arrey Arrah Post 5 in reply to 1

12 February 2021, 1:24 PM

The wave model of intervention is a learner-centrred method of teaching which systematically takes into account the general and specific needs of the learners. Lessons are tailored to meet the expectations and enable the students achieve their potentials. 

Marinda Neethling Post 6 in reply to 5

13 February 2021, 7:25 PM

Wave Model

The wave model is a practical model to for the teacher to reflect on their learning. 

With wave 1 in mind, the teacher can ask the question " why did not all learners achieved" 

  • was it my lesson plan
  • teaching aids
  • did I include / accommodate different learning styles
  • Use unfamiliar words etc

There after the teacher can focus on the learners who did not achieve and seek for reasons to implement / adjust teaching in wave 2, with the last option of implementing wave 3

KATRICIA Moses Post 7 in reply to 1

14 February 2021, 4:11 PM

The Wave Model Of Intervention

I was somewhat familiar with the terms inclusion and disability.

3 Waves of intervention linked to universal: I see it as convenient where any part of the world or classroom can use it. To see where their students are to where they would like their students to be.

3 Waves of intervention linked to targeted: it caters to all learning styles and barriers. learning styles like verbal, visual, auditory, kinesthetic, mathematical, social, solitary and combination of some.

3 Waves of intervention to specialist: shows how you can get support to reach to students interest, needs and wants through help of head teacher

I have a student in my grade four class where he can count to 10 but can only identify numbers from 1 - 8. So as my first lesson to decimals I can make more use of group work in my class through an introductory lesson to decimals. Learning aids I would use are ten base blocks and number line.

I understand that Wave 1 teaching is for all socially and emotionally and Wave 2 supports programs, time is limited and students can be placed in small groups differentiating the task for students to understand the objective/concept taught. 

Challenges I perceive in wave 3 are teachers that are not trained using the Wave Intervention, no additional training to support teachers and not fully supported by the head teacher.

In order for it to work I believe government needs to be onboard, family of the community school and continuous workshops for teachers. 

From the article one idea I might use is to set up a club to improve sound recognition of the alphabet.


Cathrine Anyango Osaso Post 10 in reply to 1

15 February 2021, 3:37 AM

Wave model of intervention

This is whereby an educator include all children and try to come with interventions to help learners who have difficulties in learning.

The intervention varies according to the level of need of the learners.In some cases the educator can just decide to encourage group work and participation but in some cases the community involvement and specialised tools may be required to help learners who may be having challenges and even referals can also be done to help the learner.

Rafia Naz Post 11 in reply to 1

15 February 2021, 5:44 AM

The wave model to me is about enhancing inclusiveness and overcoming exclusion and using appropriate intervention strategies to guide the learning of the students' to ensure equity in delivery 

Raliat Azeez Post 12 in reply to 1

15 February 2021, 5:13 PM

Wave model of intervention describes how different level of intervention can be understood and systematically implemented in the classroom. Wave model of intervention is in 3 stages/level. wave 1 takes into account of all students in the classroom, wave 2 intervention are only for targeted number of students and wave 3 is a form of  intervention that is highly personalized.

Waves model of intervention is very important because it helps the teacher/ educator in  understanding and identifying the kind of intervention that each students needs.

PHENNY Oketch Post 13 in reply to 1

15 February 2021, 6:18 PM

The wave model enhances inclusive  teaching  and learning. The level of intervention implemented by the teachers  depends on the needs of the learners in terms of different provisions for the learners in order to reach their potential. This model is therefore learner centred hence every child is able to learn effectively.

Mercy Ikua Post 14 in reply to 1

17 February 2021, 9:52 PM

The wave model of intervention is excellent and illustrates how inclusive schools can be created. For a start, a school that is moving towards inclusivity needs to be at wave 1. This model has also made me reflect more on the interview with Frederick Haga. Frederick reminds us that inclusive schools require expertise, resources and good planning. These three key elements run through the three waves in a graduating manner. Full inclusivity is achieved when all the activities and resources in the three waves are implemented together.

Matelita Taufa Post 16 in reply to 1

19 February 2021, 3:51 AM Edited by the author on 19 February 2021, 3:52 AM

The wave model emphasizes child centred learning, where wave 1 caters for all the children in the classroom and teachers should provide high standard teaching pedagogies and differentiated activities to meet all learning needs. Additionally wave 1 supports the use of local and natural resources to develop resources to support teaching. Wave two is for targeted children who still need support with learning, teacher should be able to identify learning needs. Wave 3 requires specialized support and intervention to support learning of the children. All waves should run parallel to each other to ensure all learners are included in teaching and quality learning 

Kris Stutchbury Post 19 in reply to 16

19 February 2021, 10:02 AM

Excellent summary, Matelita. Have you any examples of Wave 1 in action that you could share? 

Ignatius Dambudzo Post 17 in reply to 1

19 February 2021, 8:26 AM

Wave Model of intervention means that there is an optimal standard of teaching which is naturally inclusive, namely high standard of teaching which enables every learner to realise their potential. This required well trained and passionate teachers. This Wave 1. Wave 2 can equally achieve level 1 subject to modifications and provision of the relevant support like assistive technology coupled with high quality teaching. Collaborative teaching at this level would enable learners to experience learning and teaching at the same level as level1. Wave 3 is an acceptance that people will always be different and the degree of difference will determine whether level 1 teaching and learning can be experienced by everyone. Consequently SEN Units may be necessary in some schools to personalise teaching and learning so that one day their achievement can qualify them to joining the community or labour market. The mainstream teacher to not work as effectively as in level 1 and still benefit all the learners equally. In short the Wave Model enables me to understand how children of different abilities can be manged in as far as their  education is concerned for the benefit of those with some form of disability who will receive targeted inteventions.

Nyann Boodhai Post 20 in reply to 1

20 February 2021, 12:08 PM
It was very exciting to learn and read about the Wave Model for inclusive education. I think ti is a fantastic model which should be implemented and emphasized much more as a part of holistic teacher education. More courses or information should be made available so that many teachers will have an opportunity to mater level 1 as it is so critical for children's development. 

Tebogo Gabana Post 21 in reply to 1

26 February 2021, 12:42 AM

according to me,wave model of levels of all team players in education of children.It starts with the teacher him/herself and then goes up to parents and other team players contribution and lastly to education officials

Kris Stutchbury Post 23 in reply to 21

26 February 2021, 12:51 PM

Yes - Tebogo - the wave model recognises that we are all responsible for inclusion but that together, through collective action (wave 2) and specialist support (wave 3) we can do more.

FLORENCE Kamonjo Post 24 in reply to 1

26 February 2021, 4:40 PM

What Wave Model means to me.

Interventions on Inclusive teaching and learning starts with me as the classroom teacher then the institution and lastly the government through experts. I should do my part before I blame the institution and the government. 

Maryam Adamu Post 27 in reply to 1

28 February 2021, 1:57 PM

The wave model of intervention is a very goo initiative towards inclusive education. It does not only take into cognizance of children in all but also with those that have physical disability or virtual impairment. this model if implemented will go along way in improving inclusive education in our schools. it will also guide the teachers on how to tailor their teaching techniques/practices for the benefit of all children. 

Laurette Osaso Post 28 in reply to 27

1 March 2021, 7:37 AM

Activity 1.5What does the wave intervention model mean to you

The wave length intervention is a good initiative which encourages teachers as well as learners to know that there is always something that can be doen to assist all children to access eductation as well have the opportunity to understand what is neong taight to them without feeling excluded or being excluded. We have a responsiblity as teachers, parents, NGOs as well as the government to implement the Wave Intervention model. I think that if the wave intervention model is implemented then education shall be for all

Bonno Paya Post 29 in reply to 1

3 March 2021, 2:01 PM

Wave model

Wave of Model has three waves of intervention that happen alongside each other. In wave 1 teachers are expected to provide support for their students to be included in learning. In Wave 2 the whole school has to come with  approaches of inclusive education and Wave 3 specialists are brought in to support children who need specialised support

Muideen Usman Post 30 in reply to 1

3 March 2021, 8:34 PM

The 'Waves of Intervention' model (national Strategies) describes how different levels of intervention can be understood and systematically implemented.

FLORENCE Kamonjo Post 33 in reply to 30

7 March 2021, 7:00 PM

Correct Usman. It brings understanding of the players in inclusive teaching and learning and how to implement it. 

Ibrahim Sule Post 32 in reply to 1

6 March 2021, 10:58 PM

The wave model of intervention exposes the idea of inclusive education and why it is very necessary. It incorporates different aspect to make education inclusive and to all.

Ngozi Nwosu Post 34 in reply to 1

8 March 2021, 10:47 AM

It is predicated on the understanding that educating students with disability can first be done by improving teaching and learning for all children in the mainstream classroom by teachers who do not necessarily need to be specialists. It also involves a graduated response to tackling challenges of children with disabilities for more positive learning outcomes.

David Ngatia Post 41 in reply to 34

9 March 2021, 8:45 PM

Good point Ngozi.  Apart from physical and mental disabilities, do you think there could be other forms of exclusivity in education which the teachers should address?

Damola Akinola Post 35 in reply to 1

8 March 2021, 11:06 PM

The beautiful thing about wave model is that the model includes all parties in taking responsibilities for the implementation of inclusive education starting from the teacher that stays in the classroom to the intervention of communities where the learning takes place and finally to the involvement of Non governmental organisation.

FLORENCE Kamonjo Post 36 in reply to 35

9 March 2021, 8:37 AM

Very true Damola. It is all inclusive including the government. 

Sammy Mutisya Post 37 in reply to 1

9 March 2021, 8:34 PM

Proposes graduated responses where the child is at the center. Wave 1 focuses on mainstreaming classroom and is underpinned by the fact that teaching boys and girls with disability does not require extra disability training.

Wave 2 recognizes that children with disability have the potential to work at and above their peers but to do so they will need direct intervention which is time specific.

Wave 3 instruction recognizes that some specific complex impairment make it impossible for learners to achieve at the same rate as non disabled peers and that as a result different provision is needed. Specialist strategy come into play here.

David Ngatia Post 38 in reply to 1

9 March 2021, 8:38 PM

Wave model  offers the best way to deal with exclusivity in education. Everyone has a role to play to ensure all learners are not excluded in education, from the class teacher (Wave 1), all teachers in schools in collaboration with other stakeholders (Wave 2) as well as specialists (Wave 3)

Ngozi Nwosu Post 42 in reply to 1

11 March 2021, 10:58 AM

The Wave Model is all about having a supportive environment where teacher fully engage students through quality lesson delivery in order for them to achieve optimally. Teachers in the process of teaching identify those with learning difficulties and assist them through various interventions such as remedial lessons, one-on-one approach among s others. Specialists are often times invited to support the challenged learners (both disabled).

FLORENCE Kamonjo Post 45 in reply to 42

17 March 2021, 8:15 AM

Yes Ngozi a teacher need to know the learners and identify those with special needs requiring his/her attention. That way all learners will be included in the learning process.

Benedicta Tabot Post 46 in reply to 1

23 March 2021, 9:08 AM

The wave model implies that I should differentiate the learning needs in my classroom so that I can cater for each one of them starting at level one which should benefit every learner through peer support/group work. 

Kimesha Gutierrez Post 47 in reply to 1

6 April 2021, 10:44 PM

Wave Model

The wave model is like steps in which a teacher can take to include all students in activities in the classroom. during each wave the students will accomplish something which will take them a little higher than where they are. If the wave model is being used the student should feel much better about themselves, their confidence should be boosted and new knowledge should be gained. i believe that the wave model provides an opportunity for effective teaching.

Nila Oduori Post 48 in reply to 1

28 April 2021, 11:05 AM

I think the introduction of wave theory has been a very timely reminder, not entirely a new concept, to teachers and the role they have to play in class, especially after years of laxity in the classroom engagement. This means that teachers have to go back to the basics of good teaching practice which may involve thorough planning of the lesson before execution. Once the basics are gotten right, inclusivity in the classroom won't be an issue.

Margerly George-Joseph Post 49 in reply to 1

28 April 2021, 1:48 PM

The wave model has given me a better insight on dealing with children with disabilities.

As teachers we should practice the wave model and we will definitely see progress.

Sasha Heerasingh Post 50 in reply to 1

1 May 2021, 2:25 PM

I think the Wave model is very important. In order for it to work, teachers must be able to understand how to implement the model in schools to ensure that children are being included in every aspect of education regardless of their disabilities. Teachers need to be properly trained on how to identify inclusive challenges and how to help the affected learners feel included with the resources at hand.  

Jenna-Louise Barkley Post 52 in reply to 1

26 June 2021, 11:13 PM

The Wave model of intervention is a great tool for schools/teachers as they embark on the journey towards inclusivity in education. The model is clear and concise for all to understand, to gauge where their school is at and to see a way forward.

Classroom teachers in their engagements with students can first ensure that no matter what different types of learner styles or abilities, that their practice is at a high standard. Utilizing a variety of learner-centred strategies, meaningful teaching aids and a differentiated approach to the curriculum would benefit all students.

However, if based on the teachers' observations of students, more intervention is required, the 2nd wave suggests further supports be put in place such as, parental/community involvement and collaboration, introduction of specialized aids or devices and extra-curricular clubs and activities to better engage and involve marginalized students.

And finally, the 3rd wave speaks to recommendations for  learners who may need expert intervention and teachers who may need that additional support for teaching within the classroom with SEND teachers/aids and partnerships with Special schools.