1. Identification and Referral: The initial screening process begins with identifying learners who may be experiencing barriers to learning. This identification can be made by teachers, parents, or other educational professionals who observe learning difficulties or challenges in the student's academic performance or behavior.
2. Gathering Information: Relevant information about the learner is collected from various sources, including teachers, parents, previous school records, and any other available assessments or evaluations.
3. Observations and Assessments: Teachers or educational specialists may conduct observations and informal assessments to gather more information about the learner's strengths and challenges. This might include observing the student's classroom behavior, academic performance, and social interactions.
4. Screening Tools: Depending on the policy, specific screening tools or instruments may be used to assess the learner's cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
5. Multi-disciplinary Team Involvement: In some cases, a multi-disciplinary team may be involved in the screening process. This team may include teachers, special education specialists, psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other relevant professionals.
6. Collaboration with Parents: Parents or guardians are typically included in the screening process. Their input is valuable for understanding the learner's development, medical history, and any other relevant information that might impact the learner's learning abilities.
7. Data Analysis: The gathered information is carefully analyzed to identify any specific learning barriers or challenges the learner might be facing.
8. Determining the Need for Further Evaluation: Based on the initial screening results, the team determines whether further evaluation, such as comprehensive assessments or diagnostic testing, is necessary to identify the learner's specific needs accurately.
9. Intervention Planning: If barriers to learning are identified during the initial screening, an intervention plan is developed. The plan may include accommodations, modifications, specialized instruction, or other support services to address the learner's individual needs.
10. Monitoring and Follow-up: After implementing the intervention plan, the learner's progress is closely monitored. Regular follow-up assessments and reviews are conducted to gauge the effectiveness of the interventions and make any necessary adjustments to support the learner's ongoing progress.