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I understand that the three-wave model of intervention organises teaching and the support strategies that should be implemented when learning difficulties are identified. This allows teachers to address these difficulties early and provide inclusive education for all students.
Wave 1 involves measures and strategies applied across the whole school to all students, whether or not they experience learning difficulties.
Wave 2 focuses on small groups of students who need additional support to prevent them from falling behind. They only need an extra boost to catch up with their classmates.
Wave 3 is intended for a small number of students who experience severe learning difficulties and have not responded to the previous waves. They receive individualised support to address their specific needs.
Of course, I have applied this model in my classroom. In Wave 1, all my students receive the same planned instruction. Then, I identify those who have difficulties understanding the content. I provide additional support through Wave 2 to help them overcome these difficulties. After that, I check again to see whether the additional support has helped them make progress.
However, there are usually one or two students who continue to experience significant barriers to learning. For these students, I apply Wave 3 by providing individualised explanations and answering their questions according to their specific needs. My goal is to help them overcome their difficulties and make progress alongside the rest of the class.
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