Purposeful Co-Teaching

Preface Acknowledgments About the Authors 1. Taking the Plunge: What's Co-Teaching All About? 2. Common Issues and Practical Solutions to Co-Teaching 3. Teaching So They Understand: Co-Teaching With Big Ideas 4. Teaching So They Remember: Co-Teaching With Mnemonics 5. Teaching So They Make Connections: Co-Teaching With Visuals 6. Teaching So They Become More Independent: Co-Teaching Using Study Skills and Learning Strategies 7. Teaching So They Are Engaged: Co-Teaching Using Student Involvement 8. Teaching So They Can Be Successful: Co-Teaching Using Formative Assessment 9. Putting It All together: Co-Teaching With Integrity References Index

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