CoTeaching Presented by Dr Eugenia Damron RESA 2

Co-Teaching Presented by Dr. Eugenia Damron RESA 2 Special Education Director A recorded version of this presentation will be posted to http: //wvde. state. wv. us/osp/sebta. html

“Our challenge as educators is to make sure that we provide all children in our public schools the opportunity for success. Teachers of children with special needs understand this challenge more than most. They are dedicated individuals who have a passion for teaching and high expectations that every child can learn given an opportunity. ” – James B. Phares, Ed. D.

Objectives • Understanding definition of Co-Teaching • Identify components of effective Co. Teaching • Identify practical strategies Combination of the works • Anne Beninghof • Marilyn Friend

What is Co-Teaching? Two or more adults simultaneously instructing a heterogeneous group of students in a coordinated fashion. -Anne Beninghof

Why do We Need to Co-Teach? • Provides Specialized Instruction “…the content, methodology, or delivery of instruction to address the unique needs of the child…” IDEA 2004

Improved Student Outcomes

Co-Teaching and SPL • Support for Personalized Learning – Targeted instruction within the classroom – Meeting the needs of all students – Focusing on the social/behavioral and academic needs of every child

Framework The West Virginia Support for Personalized Learning (SPL) framework is a state-wide initiative that suggests flexible use of resources to provide relevant academic, social/emotional and/or behavioral support to enhance learning for ALL students. SPL is designed to improve outcomes for students with a variety of academic and behavioral needs.

Core Principles • ALL Students can learn and achieve high standards as a result of effective teaching. • ALL students must have access to a rigorous standardsbased curriculum and research-based instruction. • Intervening at the earliest indication of need is necessary for student success (Prek-12). • A comprehensive system of multi-level instruction is essential for addressing the full range of student needs. • ALL members of the school community must continue to gain knowledge and develop expertise in order to build capacity and sustainability.

Policy 2510

Co-Teaching and Next Generation CSOs http: //wveis. k 12. wv. us/Teach 21/public/ng_cso/NG_CSO. cfm

What can I do as a co-teacher to help my students master Nx. Gs? http: //wvde. state. wv. us /spl/Documents/spl_gui dance_document. pdf

SPL Glossary Pages 43 -45

Where do we start?

What do co-teachers do together that is substantively different and better for kids than what each teacher would do alone? Murawski and Lochner, 2010

Collaboration • Each teacher is equally valued and makes unique contributions to the learning experience • Both have equal power in decisionmaking • Teachers are respectful of each other

Parity 1 Forming 4 Performing Team Development Wheel of Stages 3 Norming 2 Storming

Parity Questions to Discuss 1. How will we establish parity among ourselves? 2. When/How will we plan? 3. How will roles be determined? 4. How will we handle grading, parent phone calls, IEP meetings, etc. • 5. How will we handle various behaviors? • 6. How will we divide up routines/tasks? • 7. Where will the co-teacher’s materials/supplies be kept? • •

Ways to Establish Parity 1. Put both teachers’ names on classroom materials 2. Put both names on door outside classroom 3. Use plural language 4. Share responsibility of handling logistics (attendance, etc. ) • 5. Establish roles • 6. Understand/Respect one another’s teaching styles. • 7. Both should represent the class at problem solving team meetings. • •

Potential Barriers • • Differences in teaching styles Differences in philosophical approaches Ethics and belief systems Feelings of insecurity Issues of trust Issues of confidence in each other Organization style

Planning

Planning • • Plan for planning in advance Exchange teaching materials before you meet Honor starting and ending times Stick to task Schedule your next collaborative meeting before you end Keep a short log of your meetings Speak from “we” point of view

3 Components of “True” Co-teaching Co. Plan Co. Assess Co. Instruct

One Teach/One Assist Lead and Support What It Is… Teacher A has primary responsibility for planning lesson/unit of study. Teacher B shares in delivery, helps monitors and evaluate.

One Teach/One Assist Adaptation • What It Is… Teacher A has primary responsibility for planning and delivering a unit of instruction. Teacher B determines and provides adaptations for students who are struggling.

One Teach/One Assist Speak and Add/Chart Model • What It Is… Teacher A has primary responsibility for designing and delivering Teacher B adds and expands with questions, rephrasings, anecdotes, or may record important information on board or charts.

One Teach, One Assist A Whole Class B

Teaming • What It Is… Both teachers plan and instruct. Teachers take turns delivering various parts of lesson.

Whole Class A B

Parallel Teaching Model • What It Is… Both teachers plan and design. The class splits into two groups. Each teacher takes a group for the entire lesson.

Half of Class A B

Station Teaching Model What It Is… Teacher A is responsible for overall instruction while Teacher B is teaching a small group of specific skills they have not learned Example: Targeted Group

Small Group A B

Skills Group Model • What It Is… Students are divided into 2 -4 groups based on their instructional level. Each teacher takes primary responsibility for one or two groups. OR Instruction may take place in groups or whole group setting with differentiated levels.

Tips for Managing Independent Groups • • Have directions spelled out Have predetermined start/end times written down Prepare an activity for early finishers Have rotation signs posted Allow students to work in pairs (if needed) Use independent groups to provide Kinesthetic opportunities Have “Independent Group Rules/Procedures” in place and review at beginning

Co-Teaching Checklist What does co-teaching look like in action. What is the evidence? Look Fors Listen Fors Ask Fors Murawski and Lochner

Thank You Power Point and Resource Contributions Karen Ruddle Wendy Murawski Wendy Lochner

Eugenia Damron, Ed. D. edamron@access. k 12. wv. us

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