Project Overview (Abstract/Objectives)
This project, led by Principal Investigator Dr. Szu-Yin Chu (Project Number: NSTC 114-2410-H-007-088, project period: August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026), aims to conduct a longitudinal study on the implementation of a Multilevel Support System (MTSS) within inclusive preschool settings, grounded in the Pyramid Model framework. With the expertise of a certified behavior analyst, the study addresses young children’s social-emotional needs through the application of evidence-based technology and transdisciplinary collaboration. The project integrates the joint efforts of general preschool teachers, itinerant special education teachers, and applied behavior analysts, supported by preschool administrative teams. Interventions will be designed and implemented across multiple tiers of support, and systematic follow-up will be conducted to evaluate outcomes over time. By combining applied behavioral analysis with collaborative practices in inclusive education, this research seeks to provide empirical evidence on the effectiveness of MTSS in enhancing social-emotional development, strengthening professional teamwork, and advancing sustainable intervention practices in early childhood education.