Potts and Howard (special education, U. of Virginia, Falls Church) provide a firm foundation in the theory and rationale supporting the general educator/special educator co-teaching instructional delivery model for inclusive K-12 classrooms, practical strategies for understanding those concepts, and application guidelines for the classroom setting. The text is organized around five themes: respect for others' perspectives, the need to practice communication, an explicit focus on classroom teaching, building student success, and improving and reflecting on relationships. Designed for K-12 educators new to co-teaching and for experienced co-teachers seeking to strengthen existing partnerships, the guide is suitable for use in professional development and university courses. The accompanying DVD contains video clips to reinforce key points from each chapter, and printable, reproducible forms in PDF format. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Complete with a DVD on effective co-teaching and a helpful Reader's Guide, this practical introductory guidebook shows special and general educators how to build strong, respectful, and productive partnerships and ensure the best outcomes for all K-12 stu
