Co-Teaching That Works - Structures and Strategies for Maximizing Student Learning

Guaranteed Success for the Co-teaching Classroom
 
Following the success of the first edition, Co-Teaching That Works: Structures and Strategies for Maximizing Student Learning, Second Edition is here to provide actionable advice to co-teachers seeking to utilize one another's strengths. Unlike other co-teaching books, this manual is written for every possible educator combination--not simply general educators. You'll find sections on everything from co-teaching in literacy and speech-language therapy to special education and technology so that, no matter what subject matter or expertise, you'll be prepared to co-teach.
 
This book is written to provide concrete, actionable advice, including:
* Co-Teaching Roll Out Plans
* Leadership Guidelines
* Relationship Development
* Best Co-Teaching Models
* Specially Designed Instruction
* And more
 
Educators will have the opportunity to learn from other experienced co-teachers who share their personal stories, tips, and tried-and-true co-teaching techniques that lead to student success. Their creative, time-efficient approaches will revolutionize the way you view your classroom teaching strategies and enhance your ability to collaborate with other educators.
 
Whether you are planning to build your co-teaching strategy from scratch or just looking to refine your current approach, Co-Teaching That Works will undoubtedly be a priceless resource to have in your professional toolbox.

List of contents

The Author vii
 
Introduction 1
 
Part One: Developing a Recipe For Success 7
 
Chapter 1 An Overview of Co-Teaching 9
 
What is Co-Teaching? 9
 
What Does the Research Say? 10
 
What Are the Benefits? 13
 
Chapter 2 Leadership for Co-Teaching 19
 
Multiyear Rollout Plan 19
 
Vision and Culture 24
 
Professional Learning That Yields Results 30
 
Expectations for Co-Teachers 32
 
Classroom Composition 35
 
Planning Time 36
 
Evaluation 40
 
Coaching for the Co-Taught Classroom 48
 
Chapter 3 Relationship Building 55
 
Communication 56
 
Roles and Responsibilities 61
 
Grading 66
 
Reflection 68
 
Celebrations 72
 
Courageous Conversations 72
 
Chapter 4 Specially Designed Instruction 79
 
Three Whats and Three Whys of SDI 80
 
Examples and Non-Examples 81
 
Planning with SDI in Mind 84
 
Steps for Co-Planning SDI 84
 
Another Glance 91
 
Part Two: Serving Up Effective Instruction 97
 
Chapter 5 An Overview of the Models 99
 
Chapter 6 The Duet Model 103
 
At a Glance 103
 
Roles and Responsibilities 107
 
Pros and Cons 109
 
Chapter 7 The Map and Navigate Model 113
 
At a Glance 113
 
Roles and Responsibilities 117
 
Pros and Cons 117
 
Chapter 8 The Adding Model 121
 
At a Glance 121
 
Roles and Responsibilities 124
 
Pros and Cons 125
 
Chapter 9 The Transforming Model 129
 
At a Glance 129
 
Roles and Responsibilities 137
 
Pros and Cons 138
 
Chapter 10 The Complementing Model 141
 
At a Glance 142
 
Roles and Responsibilities 146
 
Pros and Cons 146
 
Chapter 11 The Mixed-Readiness Grouping Model 149
 
At a Glance 149
 
Another Glance 150
 
Roles and Responsibilities 151
 
Pros and Cons 152
 
Chapter 12 The Readiness Grouping Model 155
 
At a Glance 155
 
Another Glance 158
 
Roles and Responsibilities 159
 
Pros and Cons 160
 
Chapter 13 Grouping Configurations 163
 
Managing Small Groups 168
 
Part Three: Maximizing Unique Talents 173
 
Chapter 14 Co-Teaching with a Special Education Teacher 175
 
Best Models 177
 
Challenges 181
 
Essential for Success 182
 
Chapter 15 Co-Teaching with a Technology or Library Media Specialist 187
 
Best Models 189
 
Challenges 190
 
Essential for Success 192
 
Chapter 16 Co-Teaching with a Speech/Language Pathologist 197
 
The "Old Rules" 197
 
The "New Rules" 199
 
Best Models 199
 
Challenges 202
 
Essential for Success 204
 
Chapter 17 Co-Teaching with an Occupational or Physical Therapist 207
 
Best Models 208
 
Challenges 210
 
Essential for Success 211
 
Chapter 18 Co-Teaching with a Paraeducator 213
 
Shaping the Role of the Paraeducator 214
 
Best Models 215
 
Challenges 218
 
Essential for Success 220
 
Chapter 19 Co-Teaching with a Literacy Specialist 223
 
Best Models 225
 
Challenges 227
 
Essential for Success 228
 
Chapter 20 Co-Teaching with an English Language Development Specialist 231
 
Best Models 232
 
Challenges 235
 
Essential for Success 236
 
Part Four: The Finishing Touches 241
 
Chapter 21 Conclusion: Evolving Partnerships 24

About the author

ANNE M. BENINGHOF has over 35 years of experience working with students and teachers as a special education teacher, postsecondary faculty member, and highly sought-after consultant and trainer. Anne focuses on creative, practical solutions for more effectively including students with diverse learning needs in general education classrooms.

Summary

Guaranteed Success for the Co-teaching Classroom

Following the success of the first edition, Co-Teaching That Works: Structures and Strategies for Maximizing Student Learning, Second Edition is here to provide actionable advice to co-teachers seeking to utilize one another's strengths. Unlike other co-teaching books, this manual is written for every possible educator combination--not simply general educators. You'll find sections on everything from co-teaching in literacy and speech-language therapy to special education and technology so that, no matter what subject matter or expertise, you'll be prepared to co-teach.

This book is written to provide concrete, actionable advice, including:
* Co-Teaching Roll Out Plans
* Leadership Guidelines
* Relationship Development
* Best Co-Teaching Models
* Specially Designed Instruction
* And more

Educators will have the opportunity to learn from other experienced co-teachers who share their personal stories, tips, and tried-and-true co-teaching techniques that lead to student success. Their creative, time-efficient approaches will revolutionize the way you view your classroom teaching strategies and enhance your ability to collaborate with other educators.

Whether you are planning to build your co-teaching strategy from scratch or just looking to refine your current approach, Co-Teaching That Works will undoubtedly be a priceless resource to have in your professional toolbox.

Product details

• Authors: AM Beninghof, Anne M Beninghof, Anne M. Beninghof, Beninghof Anne M.
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.01.2020
• EAN: 9781119653325
• ISBN: 978-1-119-65332-5
• No. of pages: 320
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > School education, didactics, methodology; Education, EDUCATION / Teaching Methods & Materials / General, Bildungswesen, Education / Teaching, K-12, K-12 / Lehren u. Lernen, Teaching & Learning (K-12)