M5: Discussion on Differential Power and Co-Teaching Assignment
Instructions
For this discussion assignment on Differential Power and Co-Teaching, you will discuss the four (4) assigned readings for module 5. Answer the following question: What should every general and special education teacher know about co-teaching?
Guidelines
• Respond to the initial question listed above
• Your response should be a minimum of four to six sentences in length
• Your response should include key terms, vocabulary, or concepts used in the readings
Module 5: Overview
Module 5 is all about co-teaching, or when a general and special educator work together in an inclusive general education classroom. In this module, we will draw on what we learned about on effective communication and collaboration, as well as information about school structures to promote effective collaboration.
Expected Outcomes
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
• Identify the prominent co-teaching models that general education and special education teachers use
• Explain the concept of differential power among teachers
Assigned Reading
In addition to this week’s material, you should complete the following reading that is uploaded for you in separate PDF forms.
• Mastropieri, M. A., Scruggs, T. E., Graetz, J., Norland, J., Gardizi, W., & McDuffie, K. (2005). Case studies in co-teaching in the content areas: Successes, failures, and challenges. Intervention in School and Clinic, 40(5), 260-270.
• Murawski, W. W., & Dieker, L. A. (2004). Tips and strategies for co-teaching at the secondary level. Teaching Exceptional Children, 36(5), 52-59.
• Robinson, S. M. (2004). “Linking to other professionals.” In Teaching Content to All, B. K. Lenz and D. D. Deshler (Eds) Boston: Pearson Education, Inc. Chapter 12, pp. 301-322.
• Scruggs, T. E., Mastropieri, M. A., & McDuffie, K. A. (2007). Co-teaching in inclusive classrooms: A metasynthesis of qualitative research. Exceptional Children,73(4), 392-416.
Tasks This Week
This week, you will be expected to do the following:
• Complete the uploaded weekly readings
• View the linked video clips below
• Complete the discussion assignment on Differential Power and Co-Teaching
M5: Video Clips on Important Co-Teaching Concepts
In the following presentations, you will learn about the benefits of co-teaching and strategies for establishing a successful co-teaching relationship.
Co-Teaching, Part 1
https://youtu.be/uLvvLc_kZys (click link to watch)
Co-Teaching, Part 2
https://youtu.be/qUolkA4U4Ko (click link to watch)