Although collaboration among service providers has been a hallmark of special education almost since its inception, co-teaching, the sharing of instruction by a general education teacher and a special education teacher or another specialist in a general education class that includes students with disabilities, is a relatively recent application.…

Explores key issues in designing and implementing responsible and effective co-teaching programs. Defines co-teaching and illustrates a variety of manifestations of the concept. Also discusses establishing collaborative co-teaching relationships, introducing co-teaching to stakeholders, and fitting co-teaching into more conventional school…

Explains the concept of coteaching in the mainstream, which involves a special education and a regular education teacher teaming in the classroom. The article notes coteaching creates a dynamic, high-energy classroom situation that promotes increased learning for students and teachers. Two teachers discuss their experiences with teaming. (SM)

The No Child Left Behind Act and the reauthorization of federal special education legislation have brought increased pressure for educators. School reformers have set higher standards and teachers are responsible for ensuring that students meet them. Students with disabilities and other special needs generally are expected to achieve the same…

This book shows school professionals how to develop and use the knowledge and skills needed for effective professional collaboration, including team meetings, parent conferences, co-teaching, and problem solving with colleagues. The publication provides pedagogical aids including advance organizers, chapter objectives, and practice and application…