Restorative Learning Model (RLM)

The  Restorative Learning Model (RLM) is a therapy embedded educational  framework developed by Dr. A. C. Young. RLM utilizes the classroom  instructional process to strengthen student academic, cognitive and  behavioral development to maximize whole child success. The RLM  Framework uses standard-connected, relevant launch activities and circle  discussions, to deepen student understanding of the learning objective.

A  crucial component of RLM includes circle discussions which infuse  strategies from various therapies such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,  Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis, to build  student behavioral response skills.  RLM teaches students how to respond  to academic, social, emotional, and behavioral scenarios by asking four  critical questions: 1.  What is the problem (Knowledge)? 2. What are the influencing factors of  the problem (Relationship and Relevant Environment)? 3. How can the  problem be resolved (Application)? 4. Who and/or what will be

impacted by the resolution (Implication)?
 

The RLM Therapy will promote  positive academic and behavioral outcomes by helping students  develop  habits to process, question, resolve and reflect on  scenarios. 

RLM Outcomes

The  Restorative  Learning Model (RLM) Educational Therapy is a process designed to yield  results overtime.  RLM focuses on building community  through dialogue and is designed as an evolutionary model.  Since a  large portion of the model is contingent on student  comfort, level of  trust RLM participants must be committed to the restoration process before expecting data outcomes. FTA faculty and staff commit to RLM as it supports our mission of ensuring students are well.