Download or read book Teachers Perceptions of the Benefits and Disadvantages of Co teaching with Special Education Teachers written by Charlotte Courtney Leedom and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thesis describes general education teachers' perceptions of the benefits and disadvantages of co-teaching with special education teachers in the delivery of a standards-based curriculum at the elementary and middle school levels. The researcher collected data from interviewing five different general education teachers from three different school sites. The teachers taught in classrooms that had students with and without disabilities. This study focuses upon the practical logistics of co-teaching, administrative support, lessons learned from experience, and advice to new co-teachers. Interview results indicated that general education teachers do support co-teaching as a means for providing students with disabilities access to the general education core curriculum. By working together, the general education teachers felt they had a better chance of implementing a learning environment conducive to instructing students with and without disabilities, than they would have on their own. Key words: Inclusion, collaboration, co-teaching, perceptions, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, universal design.
Download or read book Teachers Perceptions of the Benefits and Challenges of Co teaching Relationships written by Melanie Holland and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study sought to identify the benefits and challenges of co-teaching as reported by middle-school special education and general education teachers. In addition, this study aimed to determine the roles of both the special educator and the general educator within the co -teaching relationship and how those roles were decided. The research was performed in a suburban middle school with 7 English language arts teachers consisting of 3 special educators and 4 general educators. Data were collected using an anonymous survey and individual interviews. The research showed that the benefits included more behavioral support in the classroom, increased support for struggling students (regardless of special-education designation), and the collaboration and sharing of teaching strategies. The challenges that emerged from the research included lack of common planning time, inconsistent co-teacher pairings, differentiating for a large range and number of students with individualized education programs (IEPs), and undefined co-teacher roles in the classroom. Overall, the teachers considered co-teaching to be a valuable method of including special education students in the general education classroom. Future research would be useful in determining the best strategy for providing the co-teaching environment while also providing a common planning time for co-teachers as well as district-provided professional development to enhance their relationship. Keywords: co-teaching, inclusion, special education, differentiation, co-teaching roles.
Download or read book Teachers Perceptions of Co teaching written by Tyler Marshall Long and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Co-teaching has been developed as an instructional approach to support students with disabilities in general education classrooms. Co-teaching as an instructional method has been found to be one effective solution for how schools can effectively provide an individualized education for students with disabilities, within the least restrictive environment, in order for them to meet the standards of No Child Left Behind. This study was conducted to examine the academic and social benefits of co-teaching for students with special needs. The researcher examined what teachers perceive co-teaching to be and how those teachers are implementing the model based on their personal beliefs. Participants in this study included four teachers, two general education and two special education teachers, with an average of 11.25 years of total teaching experience. Data was collected from surveys, observations, and a review of attendance records and discipline referrals. WESTEST results were also examined to see if the effectiveness of the co-teaching method concerning student achievement in the content areas of reading and math. This study found that from an academic standpoint, special needs students can successfully retain content material from participating in the co-taught classroom, particularly in the subjects of math and reading. Socially, the researcher found that the attendance and behavior of special needs students did improve as well. Based on this studies results, co-teaching appears to be an effective instructional option for meeting the social and academic needs of students with disabilities.
Download or read book Perceptions of Co teaching by Content Area and Special Education Teachers with and Without Experience written by Ashley Blanca Rodrigues and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Schools are required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA) to include students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Recently there has been emphasis on co-teaching as a method to comply with this mandate. Co-teaching is a technique geared at utilizing a special education teacher and a content area teacher to concurrently instruct both students with and without disabilities in the general education setting. It is well established in the literature that it is vital that together both the content area teacher and special education teacher in these settings be effectively trained to meet the needs of the students with disabilities without hindering the progress of the students without disabilities (Fleming & Bauer, 2007; Goor, 1994; Dieker, & Murawski, 2003). This study investigated the perceptions of special education and content area teachers with and without experience co-teaching of co-teaching. Twenty-two content area and fifteen special education teachers with and without co-teaching experience and currently enrolled (academic year of 2012-2013) in the graduate course of ED530 Teacher as a Researcher at Bridgewater State University responded to an 82-item survey to identify their experience and perspectives on co-teaching. Results of this study identified several features of content area and special education teachers' experience and views of co-teaching. Recommendations are offered for future research in the area of co-teaching and co-teaching professional development.
Download or read book Early Career Teachers Perceptions of Their Preparation for and InitialExperiences in Co Taught Classrooms written by Cynthia Thrasher Shamberger and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many general education and special education teachers report being unprepared for the challenges of serving students with disabilities in the general education classroom (Kloo & Zigmond, 2008; Rea & Connell, 2005) and lacking skills necessary for co-teaching and collaborating within the school community (Grant & Gillette, 2006; Little & Theiker, 2009). The purpose of this study was to survey general and special education teachers (n=149), who were recent graduates of one teacher education program in the southeastern Unites States, on their perceptions of the effectiveness of their teacher education program in preparing them to co-teach. Variables included area of certification, years of experience, co-teaching experience and personal demographics along with descriptions of the extent that co-teaching was perceived to have been discussed, modeled, observed, and coached during the teacher education program and later practiced in classroom settings. Most participants were female, taught at the elementary level, held a bachelor's degree, and had three or less years of teaching experience. Results indicated many graduates had some orientation to co-teaching and perceived the teacher education program as relatively effective in preparing them to co-teach. However, data suggest variation in the amount of exposure to co-teaching preparation, field experiences, and subsequent skill attainment for co-teaching across the program. Additionally, implementation of co-teaching practices varied among participants, as did experiences and satisfaction with the co-teaching model. These findings may inform the teacher education program in future decision making to benefit future teacher candidates by providing enhanced course content and field experiences that focus more directly on acquisition of co-teaching knowledge and skills. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest llc. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.].
Download or read book Regular Education and Special Education written by Janet L. Trimmer and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this qualitative case study was to identify the perceptions of regular education teachers and special education teachers regarding both co-teaching in inclusion classes and the professional development opportunities considered important for effective co-teaching. Data were collected from 19 regular education teachers and 16 special education teachers in one school district through the use of surveys, open-ended questions, and observations of six co-teacher dyads. The results demonstrated that although regular education teachers and special education teachers were generally satisfied with the co-teaching experience, co-teaching guidelines and additional professional development opportunities would be beneficial.
Download or read book Teaching in Tandem written by Gloria Lodato Wilson and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2011 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical guide for teachers and administrators shows how general and special education teachers work together to boost student achievement. Includes real-life scenarios.
Download or read book The Perceptions and Experiences of General and Special Education Teachers Toward Co teaching written by Sandra L. Hock and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many schools have begun implementing co-teaching involving a general and special education teacher working collaboratively together within a classroom to deliver instruction to all students within a general education classroom environment. This trend has shown progression over the last 20 years with the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) in 2004, and No Child Left Behind (NCLB) in 2001. The purpose of this qualitative study was to research the results of studies at the elementary, middle and high school levels on the perceptions and experiences of general and special education teachers on the implementation of co-teaching and determine how these perceptions and experiences relate to implementing successful co-teaching models. Factors that will be reviewed as a part of this study are: experience, perceptions, professional development, and administrator support. The research was completed in three phases: distribution of a Likert Co-Teaching Survey, Semi-Structured Interviews and a prototype Case Study. The prototype case study was conducted in a large suburban unit school district about 50 miles west of Chicago, Illinois. The overall community population is 31,832 with a median household income of $102,987 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2014). The student population of the district is 18,209 making it the 7th largest school district in the state of Illinois. The general and special education participants in this prototype case study were from one elementary school located within the district. The review of literature supports that the perceptions of general and special education teachers have a profound impact on the success of co-teaching (Gokdere, 2012), sustains the need for adequate and on-going professional development (Austin, 2001; Cook & Friend, 1995; Cramer & Nevin 2006; Danmore & Murray 2009; Friend, 2000, 2007; Idol, 2006; Scruggs, 2007), and support the need for positive administrative support for a successful co-teaching program.
Download or read book Co Planning for Co Teaching written by Gloria Lodato Wilson and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2016-08-25 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do you ensure that your co-teaching strategies make the most of the time that you and your co-teaching partner have in the classroom? The answer is co-planning, which will dramatically and efficiently increase the effectiveness of your instruction. In Co-Planning for Co-Teaching, author Gloria Lodato Wilson presents time-saving routines for general and special education teachers that will increase the active roles of each co-teacher and intensify instruction for students. Useful for co-teachers, administrators supervising co-teachers, and pre-service teachers, this book outlines how to eliminate the frustration and barriers often associated with co-planning, how to maintain the rigor of the coursework, how best to address the needs of students, and co-planning strategies for meeting IEP goals. Packed with useful examples for both elementary and secondary co-teachers, Wilson's "behind-the-scenes" guidance helps co-teachers make the most of co-planning time.
Download or read book Teachers Perceptions of the Impact of Collaboration on the Effectiveness of Co teaching written by Angela M. Hughes and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of regular education teachers and special education teachers related to the impact of collaboration on the effectiveness of co-teaching. Participants included K-8 regular education teachers and special education teachers employed by one school district in southeastern Pennsylvania. Thirty-four teacher participants, 19 regular education teachers and 15 special education teachers, participated in a researcher designed online survey consisting of demographic questions, 37 Likert questions and four open-ended questions. Seven participants answered researcher designed interview questions. Both regular education teachers and special education teachers acknowledged student success in the co-taught classroom that provided an environment where all student needs could be met through individualization and differentiation. Regular education teachers and special education teachers concurred that there was a need for common planning time and professional development opportunities; however, the findings indicated that there were inconsistencies with designated common planning time and a lack of professional development activities. Both participant groups also indicated a need for program evaluation related to co-teaching. Regular education teachers' perceptions largely aligned with the special education teachers'; however, some discrepancies were identified regarding training opportunities, as well as the lack of clarity between the expectations of regular education teachers and special education teachers.
Download or read book Perceptions of Special Education and General Education Teachers on Co teaching of Students with Disabilities in Southeast Georgia School Systems written by Deborah Richardson and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author's abstract: The researcher's purpose of this study was to understand perceptions of co-teaching by special education and general education teachers, and how those perceptions make the implementation of co-teaching for students with disabilities in the general education classroom successful. The study examined teacher perceptions on training for co-teaching, recommended practices for co-teaching, and supports needed for the co-teaching team. The researcher administered a Likert-scale survey, Perceptions of Co-Teaching Survey developed by Vance Austin (2001) to 45 special education and 98 general education teachers with co-teaching experience from three school districts in southeast Georgia. Teacher perceptions in three different areas were addressed: (1) Perceptions of current experience and recommended practices for co-teaching. (2) Preparations necessary for co-teaching and (3) School based supports that facilitate co-teaching. The researcher analyzed differences in the two groups of participants, special education teachers, and general education teachers. Outcomes presented were generally in agreement on the perceptions from the two groups. A Likert type survey was administered to 98 general education and 45 special education certified teachers with experience in co-teaching. The survey was administered in three southeast Georgia school districts. The survey showed the perceptions of both groups of teachers were in agreement for current practices, preparations necessary for co-teaching and school based supports that facilitate co-teaching. Co-teaching is a model for special education services that is used increasingly due to IDEA regulations of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). This method of service delivery involves the cooperation and trust of both general education and special education. The study provides information on what general education and special education teachers perceive as important to their co-teaching experience.
Download or read book Creating Inclusive Classrooms written by Spencer J. Salend and published by . This book was released on 2010-02-15 with total page 599 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creating an inclusive classroom means understanding federal legislation as well as national and state standards, but the practical and streamlined seventh edition of Creating Inclusive Classrooms: Effective and Reflective Practices recognizes that it means more than that. This text goes beyond the typical inclusion text, translating theory and research into practices you can use in your inclusive classroom by illustrating the principles of effective inclusion through classroom scenarios, online footage, and successful strategies. The text has the most current vision of today's inclusive classroom, which truly helps you create a successful educational experience for all students. New to This Edition: *NEW UDL and You features throughout the text guide you in understanding and implementing the principles of universal design to help all learners access the general education curriculum and succeed in inclusive classrooms.
Download or read book The Effects of Co teaching on the Academic Growth of Special Education Students as Compared to a Traditional Pullout Program as Perceived by Special and General Education Teachers written by Erik B. Orndorff and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This qualitative study analyzed the perceptions of special and general education teachers regarding co-teaching and its impact on the academic growth of special education students. The data were collected through the use of a researcher-generated survey. Trends and patterns emerged as a result of an analysis of the data regarding the two questions that guided this study: (a) Pertaining to special education student growth, what are special education teachers' perceptions of co-teaching as compared to a traditional pull-out program? (b) Pertaining to special education student growth, what are general education teachers' perceptions of co-teaching as compared to a traditional pull-out program? Qualitative data were collected and analyzed by means of a survey completed by 14 volunteer teachers representing one school district. A subset of six teachers were interviewed in order to collect more specific responses regarding the effects of co-teaching. The data revealed that the special education teachers and general education teachers in the study viewed co-teaching as a positive model for special education students, especially if the co-teaching relationship is positive and if there is ample time for teacher collaboration and planning. While the data did not indicate disapproval of the co-teaching model, the participating teachers indicated that this method of instruction should not be the only one for special education students. The results of this study indicated that the subjects participating in this study perceived that tutoring on math and reading fundamentals, along with the co-teaching model, would be the optimal educational experience for special education students in this particular school district.
Download or read book Practices and Perceptions of Regular and Special Educators Co teaching in the Middle and Secondary Inclusion Classrooms written by Rosanna Whisnant and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Co Teaching Do s Don ts and Do Betters written by Toby J. Karten and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2020-07-23 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Co-teaching has been increasingly adopted to support students in the general education classroom. After 20 years of field testing, we know what works—and what doesn't. In this practical guide, co-teaching and inclusion experts Toby J. Karten and Wendy W. Murawski detail the best practices for successful co-teaching and ways to troubleshoot common pitfalls. This book addresses the do's, don'ts, and do betters of * The co-teaching relationship and collaborative roles. * Co-planning instruction and assessment. * Co-teaching in action. * Academic and behavioral supports and interventions. * Collaborative reflections, improvements, and celebrations. Readers will gain valuable insights on what to start doing, what to stop doing, and how to improve their co-teaching practices to better reach all students.
Download or read book Co Teaching in Higher Education written by Daniel Jarvis and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cover -- Copyright -- Contents -- Figures and Tables -- Contributors -- Introduction -- 1"Dialogue and Team Teaching -- 2"Complex Collaborations: Co-Creating Deep Interdisciplinarity for Undergraduates -- 3"Undisciplined Debate: Coursing through Dialogue -- 4"Forming ICE in Pre-Service Teacher Education -- 5"From Shafts to Drifts: Collaborating to Strengthen Integrated Teaching and Learning -- 6"Visual Art and Mathematics Integration: An Interdisciplinary Co-Teaching Experience -- 7"Co-Teaching in Undergraduate Education: Capacity Building for Multiple Stakeholders -- 8"Co-Teaching and Co-Assessment in a Geometry Course for In-Service Teachers -- 9"Co-Teaching in Graduate Education -- 10"Coda: From Theory to Co-Practice in Higher Education -- Index
Download or read book Attitudes of Special Education and Regular Education Teachers Regarding Co teaching Models and Skills Necessary for an Effective Partnership written by Lisa Giglio Byczek and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Federal mandates over the last forty years have required that school districts educate all students in the least restrictive environment. For many school districts, that meant moving to an inclusion and co-teaching model of service delivery for students with disabilities. The purpose of this study was to explore the skills and attributes co-teachers felt were necessary to a positive co-teaching relationship. In addition, study participants shared their knowledge and use of the six styles of co-teaching, as defined by Friend & Cook (2010). The literature review included articles identifying effective co-reaching practices, studies analyzing student learning in co-taught environments, and success and limitations of the co-teaching method. Results and conclusions from the study indicate that teachers in the surveyed district find con-teaching to be a positive experience that most would volunteer for again. Social and academic benefits for both general education students and student with disabilities were perceived by survey respondents. Futhermore, areas of further research were identified, including : the development of administrative support, relationship building between co-teachers, and training within the six identified models of co-teaching.
