The most critical aspect of Tier 1 is examination and evaluation of instruction during the phases of designing, planning, implementing and assessing as it pertains to student learning. In this foundational course, participants will examine the power of teacher self-reflection in the planning, design and implementation of instruction at Tier 1. This is important for all students and especially multilingual learners. Critical aspects of instructional design, such as data collection and use of evidence-based instructional delivery practices and how they apply to language learners, are discussed. Special considerations for multilingual learners at the intersection of language and learning are also explored. Participants will:

• Reflect on and assess instruction and assessment;
• Learn to collect and analyze student background and family data;
• Consider the distinction between language and learning; and
• Understand the importance of scaffolds in instructional lesson planning.

This course is Part 1 of a two-part series and is designed to establish foundational understanding before moving into Part 2, where participants will learn specific evidence-based strategies for instructional design with special considerations for multilingual learners. Upon completion of all Part 1 course requirements, participants will receive an enrollment key which will allow access to the Part 2 course (Purposeful Instructional Design at Tier 1--Part 2 Advanced).