Description of one teach, one assist
In this coteaching model, one instructor is leading the direct instruction while the other is either off to the side or towards the back of the classroom providing assistance to enhance student learning (ex. answering questions, cuing student's attention, and or redirecting attention). This can be beneficial when getting used the concept of coteaching but after establishing a coteaching relationship this model should be used <10% of the time.
Caution(s): high risk of dependence by the students, research shows that it is the most INEFFECTIVE model at enhancing student learning when compared to other coteaching models, can be distracting, and can distort the students' perceptions of the balance of power amongst the coteachers.
Caution(s): high risk of dependence by the students, research shows that it is the most INEFFECTIVE model at enhancing student learning when compared to other coteaching models, can be distracting, and can distort the students' perceptions of the balance of power amongst the coteachers.
Sample uses
- Informal observation of students learning
- Building a coteaching relationship
Source: Friend, M. (2014). Co-Teach! Building and Sustaining Effective Classroom Partnerships in Inclusive Schools (2nd ed.). Greensboro, SC: Marilyn Friend.
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