Although cooperative learning is a research based practice, it's gaining revived attention in states implementing Common Core State Standards. In order for students to behave appropriately and stay on task during small group work, they have to be taught how to work in a group.
Before beginning a co-teaching relationship it is important to plan your strategy with your co-teacher. To help you prepare for your co-teaching experience, consider these key planning and discussion points with your co-teacher.
Which co-teaching model you should use depends on the goal of the lesson, as well as a variety of other factors. There is no one most effective model.
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Co-teaching is often used as a way to support students; whether it’s a special education teacher working in a general classroom, team teaching, parallel teaching or station teaching. It can be a way to give more time and individualized attention to students. At it’s best, though, co-teaching also offers support to both teachers. A pair of experienced, successful co-teachers is like a finely tuned machine - every piece works together smoothly and the teachers are supporting each other in everything they do.