# How to Co-Teach

A Guide for General and Special Educators

**Authors:** [Elizabeth A. Potts, Ph.D.](https://products.brookespublishing.com/cw_Contributorinfo.aspx?ContribID=3541&Name=Elizabeth+Potts,Ph.D.), [Lori A. Howard, Ph.D.](https://products.brookespublishing.com/cw_Contributorinfo.aspx?ContribID=3542&Name=Lori+Howard,Ph.D.)

Complete with a DVD on effective co-teaching and a helpful Reader's Guide, this practical introductory guidebook shows special and general educators how to build strong, respectful, and productive partnerships and ensure the best outcomes for all K-12 students.

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| STOCK NUMBER | ISBN |
| 71691 | 978-1-59857-169-1 |
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| 2011 | 224 |
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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.

Perfect for use in professional development and university courses, _How to Co-Teach_ directly addresses the five principles of developing an effective teaching partnership: respecting perspectives, practicing communication, focusing on classroom teaching, building student success, and improving and reflecting on relationships. More comprehensive and practical than other co-teaching guides, this book:

- **reinforces key points with DVD clips.** Learn invaluable lessons from real-life co-teachers and administrators as they reflect on what worked and didn't work in their classrooms. An engaging sample lesson shows effective co-teaching in action, and the DVD Guide gives teachers challenging questions to spark productive discussion.
- **addresses both teachers in the partnership.** Special and general educators will get insights and guidance tailored to their specific roles, and they'll discover how their strengths can combine to ensure positive student experiences and outcomes.
- **tackles the day-to-day challenges every co-teacher faces**, from conflict resolution to time management.
- **has the practical materials educators need.** Co-teaching is easier with the included forms and tools, including a planning checklist, problem-solving worksheet, lesson plan organizer, co-teaching self-assessment, and sample instruction schedules.
- **spans K–12**, with in-depth, age-appropriate guidelines for co-teaching at different grade levels.

Teachers will also get a helpful **Reader's Guide**, perfect for either group study or individual use. This chapter-by-chapter guide gives teachers _Thought Questions_ that help them brainstorm ways to put key ideas to work in their own classrooms, plus Practice activities that outline ready-to-use implementation strategies.

Whether educators are just starting their co-teaching adventure or looking for ways to strengthen an existing partnership, they'll use this essential how-to guidebook to reach their ultimate goal: success for all students.

**Co-teachers: get practical help with**
- resolving conflict
- improving communication
- dividing responsibilities
- planning lessons
- managing time
- implementing accommodations and modifications
- setting up the classroom
- assessing the success of co-teaching
- holding joint conferences with parents
- getting support from administrators
- and more!

## Reviews

: Book News, Inc. \- February 6, 2012

"Provide[s] a firm foundation in the theory and rationale supporting the general educator/special educator co-teaching instructional delivery model for inclusive K–12 classrooms, practical strategies for understanding those concepts, and application guidelines for the classroom setting"

: The Midwest Book Review - Library Bookwatch \- November 1, 2011

"Should be considered mandatory reading by classroom teachers at all grade levels."

Ann Nevin, Professor Emerita, Arizona State University \- May 27, 2011

"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."

Jacqueline Thousand, Professor and Coordinator of Special Education Credential and Master's Options, California State University-San Marcos \- May 27, 2011

"A fine book on how to effectively teach, create a collaborative and caring classroom climate, and communicate with other professionals and parents. What a great resource for any educator working to differentiate instruction."