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                     COLLABORATION,               CO-TEACHING, AND CONSULTATION

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                     COLLABORATION,               CO-TEACHING, AND CONSULTATION

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There are several factors that are involved in order for these things to work and be successful in a classroom

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One of the most changing things is finding the time to collaborate between team members, and for all team members involved to be flexible. All participants surveyed find it difficult to schedule time to collaborate with other co-workers regarding co-teaching, consulting, and collaborating. There tends to be limited time for common planning.
Flexibility was another factor, especially when it comes to co-teaching.  In order for co-teaching to be successful, responsibilities need to be shared, however some may be unwilling to view co-teaching as a partnership. There also needs to be a willingness and flexibility to use different co-teaching styles in the classroom

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Everyone stated communication is one of the most important factors when it comes to collaborative practices.  In order for there to be success, there needs to be communication.  A general education teacher stated that one needs to be able to communicate with team members to discuss the curriculum and how to adapt/modify it so students can be successful.  Lines of communication need to be open, and there needs to be the willingness to bounce ideas off each other.  A special education teacher I interviewed stated the importance of communication between the general education and the special education teachers, especially when it comes to the needs of the students and the supports necessary to help them be successful.

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Everyone having the same common goal was one of the patterns I saw during my interviews.  All of the professionals stated that their priority is having  the best interest of the student(s).  By collaborating and working together, helps meet the needs of the students.  A special education teacher said the benefits of co-teaching is increased resources and extra support to address students' needs which will increase student achievement, and help students with special needs access the general education curriculum.  It is also a great way to use various co-teaching approaches towards a positive learning environment.  Teachers can also work together to set learning targets for students based on the standards which help guide instruction.