It Takes Two to Tango!
Using 2 or More Teachers Effectively in a Classroom
Pop-Quiz Time!!!
Click the link below and answer the questions. (This is anonymous so please be honest!)
Right now, how is your classroom different than a class with only one teacher or one teacher and one paraprofessional?
Highlighting Excellence
Sharing the Mic
both teachers' voices are present in the class
Student/Teacher Rapport
students feel comfortable asking for support from both teachers
Use of 2 Co-Teach Models
team teaching & one teach, one assist
Ready for the Next Level of Co-Teaching?
Station Teaching
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Parallel Teaching
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Alternative Teaching
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How Do We Make It Work?
You must embed the use of a co-teach model with intention!
Click here to see sample guiding questions to use during planning.
What is the Number 1 Way to Ensure the Success of this Partnership?
- On-going, effective communication!
- The hardest question you have to ask your partner: How will we communicate when it is not going well?