# Comparing IDEA and MTSS

### At-a-glance

##### Topics
Developmental disabilities & delays, Inclusion, Learning disabilities & delays, RTI/tiered instruction and interventions

##### Resource Types
Tip sheets

##### Author
Judith J. Carta, Ph.D. & Robin Miller Young, Ed.D., NCSP

##### Year
2018

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In blended classroom settings, early childhood staff members are responsible for administering the general education curriculum as well as implementing both MTSS and IDEA services. Use this table as a brief overview of the similarities and differences across IDEA and MTSS.

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