How to Co-Teach: A Guide for General and Special Educators

Elizabeth A. Potts; Lori A. Howard

ISBN 10: 1598571699 ISBN 13: 9781598571691

Publisher: Brookes Publishing Co., 2011

Synopsis

What does good co-teaching look like in an inclusive classroom, and how can a general and special educator build a strong, respectful, and productive partnership? Find out in this introductory how-to guide, ideal for helping current and future co-teachers minimize conflict, maximize teamwork, and ensure the best outcomes for all students in Grades K–12.

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Review:

"A welcome addition to my growing library on co-teaching. This book adds an important dimension to the co-teaching literature, which now enjoys an increased research base as a viable method to meet the demands for high-quality teachers and the need to adjust instruction to match the needs of individual learners." --Ann Nevin, Ph.D.

About the Author:

Elizabeth A. Potts, Ph.D., earned a bachelor of science degree in liberal studies and a master (TM)s degree in education, with an emphasis on special education, from Longwood College in Virginia. She earned a doctoral degree with an emphasis on mild disabilities from the University of Virginia. Dr. Potts is an assistant professor and a program director for special education programs at the University of Virginia Northern Virginia Center. Lori A. Howard, Ph.D., earned a master (TM)s degree in educational audiology from the University of Northern Colorado. She began her career in special education working with students who are deaf and have hearing impairments. Subsequently, she earned a doctoral degree from the University of Virginia in educational psychology. Dr. Howard teaches special education courses related to collaboration and instruction, teaming, consultation, and individualized education program development in the special education program at the University of Virginia Northern Virginia Center. She has also taught special education curriculum and methods courses at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.

About this edition

• Publisher: Brookes Publishing Co.
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1598571699
• ISBN 13: 9781598571691
• Binding: Product Bundle
• Number of pages: 208