Initiate Student Success

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Professional Certificate
24hrs Suggested Study Time
3 Months Access
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Study On Any Device
1666 Students

Learn how to combine two powerful educational approaches; Differentiated Instruction and Response to Intervention so you can enable every student in your classroom to succeed.

Today's teachers are using two powerful approaches—Differentiated Instruction (DI) and Response to Intervention (RTI)—to help every child succeed academically. In this course, you'll learn how to put this ""dynamic duo"" to work in your own classroom teaching and lesson plans.

You'll start by exploring different learning styles and delving into a concept called multiple intelligences. In addition, you'll look at the factors that motivate students to learn in a child-centered classroom.

After that, you'll master the basics of both DI and RTI and learn how these two approaches work hand-in-hand to enhance children's learning. You'll find out how to perform different types of assessments, monitor your students' progress, select research-based teaching materials, address learners' diverse needs, and move students up or down the RTI tiers so they're getting just the right help they need.

In addition, you'll find out why collaboration is crucial when you're implementing RTI and DI. You'll discover how you and your colleagues will work together as a team to identify at-risk students, plan solutions, and address problems quickly and efficiently. And finally, you'll learn how to get parents involved as active partners in the education process.

Case studies and examples will help you see how DI and RTI strategies work in the real world, and you'll get lots of ideas for hands-on activities you can start using right away in your own classroom. Throughout this course, you'll have opportunities to practice new techniques and exchange ideas with fellow educators and your instructor. You'll come away armed with powerful and easy-to-implement strategies that will benefit every student you teach.

Courses are delivered to you through expertly executed lessons, online instruction and interaction with like-minded students. Our courses are designed to deliver all of the benefits of studying in a classroom whilst giving you the flexibility to study at a time and place to suit your needs. You can access your classroom 24/7 from any device with an internet connection.

This course has a 3 month duration. You'll complete comprehensive lessons, quizzes and assignments before submitting your final exam at the end of the course to achieve your certificate. Courses must be completed within the 3 month access period.

Marcus struggles with math, Caryn can’t sit still, and Brianne is reading two years below grade level. Does this sound like your classroom? If so, you need help—and you’ll find it here! In this course, we’ll explore practical, easy-to-use strategies for implementing RTI (Response to Intervention) and DI (Differentiated Instruction)—two new and powerful educational frameworks. In our first lesson, you’ll see how these two approaches came into being and discover how you can prepare yourself and your students to use them successfully.

One crucial concept is central to both RTI and DI. What is it? That every child can learn. To transform that concept into a reality, we need to tailor our strategies to meet the needs of each student—and that’s what we’ll begin talking about today. First, we’ll look at three different learning styles: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. Next, we’ll explore eight—yes, eight—different intelligences. And finally, we’ll look at one thing that all of your very diverse students need: a motivation to learn.

In this lesson, you’ll explore the first of our two powerful instructional frameworks: Response to Intervention, or RTI. We’ll examine how the RTI model differs from the traditional IQ Discrepancy Model and look at how you’ll decide which tier is just right for each of your students. In addition, we’ll identify the five core elements of every successful RTI program.

Today, you’ll meet the second member of our dynamic duo: Differentiated Instruction (DI). First, you’ll learn how to create a DI classroom by adapting three elements of your lessons: content, process, and product. Next, you’ll discover how flexible groupings and a technique called compacting allow you to teach to every skill level. And finally, we’ll talk about anchor activities, including journaling and RAFT assignments.

RTI and DI work hand-in-hand, and it’s time to discover why they make such a great team. In this lesson, we’ll look at ways to interweave the two approaches when you’re assessing students, creating standards-based and child-centered instruction, and finding a way to help every learner succeed. In addition, we’ll talk a little about preparing for the transition to an RTI/DI classroom.

Teachers are happiest when we’re teaching, not when we’re testing. So why do we need to spend so much time assessing kids in RTI and DI? In this lesson, you’ll discover the answer as we delve into the benefits of all that data you’ll be collecting. In addition, we’ll look at different types of assessments and talk a little about the important topic of fidelity.

We’ll continue our look at assessments today by looking at three types of tools you’ll use in a DI classroom: pre-assessments, formative assessments, and summative assessments. And here’s great news: You’ll discover that these assessments, in addition to providing you with valuable data, can be fun and effective learning tools.

Collaboration is the key to a successful RTI program, so today we’ll talk about teamwork. You’ll learn all about your school’s RTI intervention team and find out how to refer students to this team. In addition, you’ll discover the benefits of volunteering to serve on this team yourself—and you’ll get some great tips for holding effective team meetings.

Research-based interventions are a foundation of RTI and DI. But you’re a teacher, not a researcher—so how can you know if an intervention qualifies as research-based? In this lesson, I’ll tell you how to evaluate interventions yourself—and better yet, I’ll steer you to resources that will do the work for you. In addition, we’ll explore nine research-based strategies that can benefit all of your students, whether they’re struggling or not.

A great lesson starts with a strong lesson plan, and that’s where we’ll begin today. First, we’ll look at ways to meet your state and district standards as you develop lesson plans that satisfy the needs of every student. After that, we’ll discuss ways to enhance your students’ classroom experience. And finally, we’ll visit a virtual campus and begin exploring how you’ll implement RTI and DI on a daily basis.

Today, we’ll visit the classroom of Mrs. Green and see how she implements RTI and DI in her lesson plans. We’ll watch as she integrates principles of both educational frameworks into her math, science, reading, writing, and literature arts lessons.

In our final lesson, we’ll explore some fun and effective ways to foster your students’ comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary skills. In addition, we’ll talk about two groups of kids who need extra attention in an RTI/DI classroom: gifted students and kids who may need special education placements.  After that, we’ll take a closer look at the role of parents in today’s learner-centered classrooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Once you've made the payment, we'll send you a confirmation email with a link to start your course. Feel free to get started whenever you're ready!

You'll have 3 months access to your course. In that time you are free to study at your own pace. The course duration is 24 hours.

Online learning is a flexible way to study that fits around your schedule, giving you the freedom to learn at your own pace from anywhere in the world. You'll have 3 months to complete the course and can take the multiple-choice questions and final exam whenever it suits you.

If you need help, you can contact us anytime. You can also join the discussion area where you can interact with other students. The discussion area for each lesson is open for the entire duration of the course.

Of course! We offer a 7-day money back guarantee. As long as you haven't completed the course, you can get a full refund within 7 days of enrolling.

We do not offer extensions or transfers for this self-paced course. However, you will have 3 months to complete the course, and if you need to cancel within the first 10 days of enrolment, we offer a money back guarantee.

What people are saying about our courses

This course was well written and of high interest. Working overseas at an American school, it is of great value to me to be able to keep up with the current research and trends in education in the States.

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Thank you - this was my first course. I loved it! I already signed up for another!

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I felt the lessons were well thought out and organized. The information was easy to understand and interesting. I especially liked the many examples of strategies that were given throughout the lessons. The course material was relevant to all teachers today because there is such an emphasize on reaching every student. It is crucial that teachers are familiar with DI and RTI and know how to implement them in the classroom. Thanks for a great course!

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From the moment that you enrol in the Initiate Student Success you will become an integral part of our learning community. You'll find yourself with the freedom to learn at a speed that suits you, on any device, from anywhere in the world. Achieving your career goals no longer has to mean compromising family and work commitments.

Our Values

Learn At Your Own Pace

We believe in personalised learning. That's why we provide all the tools and support you need to succeed at your own pace. With flexible learning, you'll stay motivated and retain more information. Plus, you can balance your studies with work and family commitments to make your dreams a reality.

We Won't Break The Bank

Education should be accessible to anyone who wants to learn. That's why we offer some of the most competitive prices in the industry with payments plans for just $25 per week. Investing in your future is a smart choice and doesn’t have to break the bank.

Industry-Led Courses

There's no better way to learn than from experts with years of experience in your field. That's why each of our 200+ industry-led courses are designed to give you a real-life perspective on your industry. With our expert mentors, you'll learn from people who have a wealth of knowledge and experience, and who are passionate about sharing it with you.

Get The Personal Support You Deserve

At Vibe Learning, we're real people who are dedicated to providing you with personal support every step of the way. Our industry experts are not only professional and knowledgeable but also incredibly passionate about sharing their expertise with you. With their guidance, you'll gain invaluable insights and practical knowledge to help you succeed.

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Write and publish Your Own Self-Help Books

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Delivery Method Online
Professional Certificate
24hrs Suggested Study Time
3 Months Access
Tutor Support
Study On Any Device
558 Students

Learn how to position your self-help book for success, write a persuasive proposal for agents and publishers, and use storytelling techniques to make your message compelling.

Are you serious about becoming a published self-help book author—and are you ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work? Then this course is for you!

One of the most important secrets in publishing is that writing self-help books is different from writing books in other genres. That's because in this genre, you can land a writing contract before you complete your manuscript. In these lessons, a New York Times bestselling author shares the secrets for turning a book idea into a winning proposal to sell to publishing houses.

First, you'll learn about two of the most important players in the publishing industry—literary agents and acquisitions editors. You'll discover what they're looking for and find out how to maximise your chances of landing a contract.

Once you understand how the book industry works, you'll explore the three crucial criteria for selecting a topic for your first self-help book. You may even discover that you have more than one book in you! You'll also investigate the pros and cons of collaborating with other writers or having your book ghost written.

Next, you'll conduct a market survey of your key competitors and strategise how to position your book to sell. Then you'll find out the biggest secret for turning a self-help book into a top seller: a great hook! You'll learn the four characteristics of a good hook, and create your own sensational hook.

At this point, you'll get down to business and focus on writing your book. You'll confront one of the most challenging parts of writing a book—putting your life experience and insight into a concise, linear book format. You'll learn how to structure your book, how to speak directly to your readers, and how to use compelling stories to illustrate your message. To wrap up your writing practice, you'll create a dynamic chapter opening and learn how to write a chapter ending that keeps your readers engaged.

As you follow the step-by-step instructions in these lessons, you'll create a polished proposal package consisting of a proposal summary, a writing sample, a press kit, and supplemental information. By the end of the course, you'll have everything you need to start selling your book—and you'll know exactly what agents are looking for in a first-time author!

In this first lesson, you’ll learn one of the most important secrets in self-help publishing—that self-help books are different from all other writing genres, making it possible for you to land a writing contract before you complete your manuscript! First, you’ll get some surprising advice about what not to do as you start this process, and then you’ll take a tour of the world of self-help publishing. Once you understand how this industry works, you’ll trace the steps you’ll take as you turn your idea into a winning proposal to sell to publishing houses leading—hopefully—to your first book contract! By the end of this lesson, you’ll know all of the elements required in a strong proposal and understand exactly what you need to do to get your work published.

You might be surprised to find out that some of the most successful self-help authors have made a lot of mistakes in their lives! The difference between a “winner” and a “loser” isn’t the number of failures, but whether you learn from these mistakes. In this lesson, you’ll explore your own manuscript-worthy mistakes and learn the three criteria for selecting a topic for your first self-help book. You may even discover that you have more than one book in you! Finally, you’ll learn how to write your own success story that includes five crucial phases so you can begin to turn your experience into a system that can help others.

You've got your idea for a book, but will anyone want to buy it? In this lesson you'll learn how to make an informed assessment of current publishing trends so you can test the waters for your future book. You'll use a model that is helpful when discerning when your book would be best published, and then conduct a market survey of your key competitors on the market today. By the end of the lesson, you'll have a concise summary of the publishing market that you can add to your publishing proposal.

Do you have credibility? In this lesson, you'll gain the insight you need to answer this question with confidence. You'll start by learning more about the various ways authors establish their credibility—through education, professional expertise, personal experiences, and affiliations. Then you’ll look at authors in your subject area to see how they established their authority. This will give you the information you need to examine your own credibility, locate areas that need to be strengthened, and develop a game plan for doing just that. You’ll use these new insights to create two versions of your author bio: a short paragraph for the body of your proposal and an extended bio to include in your publishing package.

In Lesson 5, we’ll take a look at the most important people in your life—your prospective readers. Yes, you must impress your agent and editor, but even if your book is published, without readers to buy your books, your efforts won’t be successful. Essentially, a self-help book is a conversation between you and your readers, except you’re the only one talking. The readers answer you back by either buying, or not buying, your book. You’ll see that everything in your book must speak to your readers’ needs and interests. Without a clear understanding of your audience, you'll probably miss the mark. Finally, you’ll develop a clear definition of your primary and secondary audiences that will be used in your proposal package.

With this lesson, you get to the heart of the course as you begin to explore the content and structure of your book. You'll confront one of the most challenging parts of writing a book—putting your life experience and insight, which is multifaceted, into a concise, linear book format. To triumph over this challenge, you’ll explore the creative process and begin to identify your own strengths and weakness as you consider how to cooperate with your own process. Lastly, you'll see the difference between setting a goal or a “what” and a method to achieve that goal or a “how.”

In today’s lesson, you will learn about two levels of structure present in most self-help books: the overall structure that will become your table of contents and the structure of each chapter. You’ll gain a working knowledge of the four structure models most self-help book authors use. Don’t expect to sit back and absorb knowledge in this lesson! By the time you’re finished, you'll have a completed structure for your book and for the first chapter, which will serve as your writing sample.

With a good hook, your book has the best chances of getting published and onto the shelves of bookstores where excited readers will discover their new favorite author—you! In this lesson, you’ll learn that a good hook is comprised of words that mean something specific to your readers. This might seem obvious, but it requires careful and creative thought to match your hook with your topic and your specific audience. You’ll learn the four characteristics of a good hook. After studying and rating hooks in other books, you’ll be ready to create a sensational hook for your book—which you'll do in this lesson’s assignment.

In today’s lesson, the information you want to share will move from inside your head and onto the page as you begin to draft your sample chapter. You'll start by thinking about the tone you want to set and exploring how it can meet the needs of your audience. Once you’ve set the tone, you'll follow your outline and write a first draft of your paragraphs!

This lesson and the next will demonstrate the importance of using stories that help readers relate to your message. You’ll explore the four purposes of stories which are to engage, illustrate, inspire, and motivate. You’ll discover the many places you can find great stories and learn how to include them without violating other people’s privacy. In addition, you'll explore “voice” in a story: first person, second person or third person. The chapter will wrap up by showing you how to determine how many stories you will need to include in your writing sample.

In this lesson, you return to the craft of storytelling by exploring how the five-part story structure discussed earlier in the course shapes not only your success story, but also any other success stories you include, as well as the overarching structure of your book. You’ll identify where your first draft needs story illustrations. Starting at the easiest place in each story, you’ll write your first draft of each story along with transitions that introduce and conclude each story so that your chapter will read seamlessly. Finally, you’ll write a dynamic chapter opening and learn how to write a chapter ending that keeps your reader engaged and motivated to continue reading on.

The last lesson in this course pulls all of the pieces together. You'll finish writing all sections of your proposal, including the final summary and an annotated outline. Then you'll put all of the information you've gathered and written throughout this course into a proposal package with a professional, simple format. Once you're armed with your book proposal, it's time to take your first step into the publishing world as you gain tips on how to find an agent who will help take you to your ultimate goal: a book contract!

Carmen Berry

Carmen Berry, a New York Times bestselling author, has written more than 20 books published by houses such as HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, and Penguin. She has appeared on high-profile television and radio programs including OprahRead more Read Carmen Berry's Profile

Frequently Asked Questions

Once you've made the payment, we'll send you a confirmation email with a link to start your course. Feel free to get started whenever you're ready!

You'll have 3 months access to your course. In that time you are free to study at your own pace. The course duration is 24 hours.

Online learning is a flexible way to study that fits around your schedule, giving you the freedom to learn at your own pace from anywhere in the world. You'll have 3 months to complete the course and can take the multiple-choice questions and final exam whenever it suits you.

If you need help, you can contact us anytime. You can also join the discussion area where you can interact with other students. The discussion area for each lesson is open for the entire duration of the course.

Of course! We offer a 7-day money back guarantee. As long as you haven't completed the course, you can get a full refund within 7 days of enrolling.

We do not offer extensions or transfers for this self-paced course. However, you will have 3 months to complete the course, and if you need to cancel within the first 10 days of enrolment, we offer a money back guarantee.

The Learning Environment

From the moment that you enrol in the Write and publish Your Own Self-Help Books you will become an integral part of our learning community. You'll find yourself with the freedom to learn at a speed that suits you, on any device, from anywhere in the world. Achieving your career goals no longer has to mean compromising family and work commitments.

Our Values

Learn At Your Own Pace

We believe in personalised learning. That's why we provide all the tools and support you need to succeed at your own pace. With flexible learning, you'll stay motivated and retain more information. Plus, you can balance your studies with work and family commitments to make your dreams a reality.

We Won't Break The Bank

Education should be accessible to anyone who wants to learn. That's why we offer some of the most competitive prices in the industry with payments plans for just $25 per week. Investing in your future is a smart choice and doesn’t have to break the bank.

Industry-Led Courses

There's no better way to learn than from experts with years of experience in your field. That's why each of our 200+ industry-led courses are designed to give you a real-life perspective on your industry. With our expert mentors, you'll learn from people who have a wealth of knowledge and experience, and who are passionate about sharing it with you.

Get The Personal Support You Deserve

At Vibe Learning, we're real people who are dedicated to providing you with personal support every step of the way. Our industry experts are not only professional and knowledgeable but also incredibly passionate about sharing their expertise with you. With their guidance, you'll gain invaluable insights and practical knowledge to help you succeed.

Still looking?

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Initiate Student Success

Learn how to combine two powerful educational approaches; Differentiated Instruction and Response to Intervention so you can enable every student in your classroom to succeed.

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