CoTeaching Evolved - Released Today!
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On October 11th, 2024, "Co-Teaching Evolved" hit the shelves, offering a revitalized approach to co-teaching that speaks to today’s educators and students alike. As classrooms grow increasingly diverse and technology continues to reshape education, traditional co-teaching strategies need a fresh update. That's exactly what Dr. Belinda Dunnick Karge and I did as authors of this book. We delivered a practical, research-backed guide for educators navigating the evolving demands of the modern classroom.
Thank you to our publisher, Solution Tree, for this opportunity. Additionally, thank you to our editor, reviewers, and educators who endorsed this book. Our hope is that we can put a new light on co-teaching to help new and seasoned co-teachers thrive in today's classrooms.
Cultivating Co-Teaching Partnerships for Today's Classroom
"Co-Teaching Evolved" is all about building collaborative partnerships between educators—whether in PreK–12 settings or beyond—and equipping them with the tools to leverage technology, artificial intelligence, and a shared teaching approach to benefit all learners. This book focuses not only on academic growth but also on equity, inclusion, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL). It goes beyond the basics to show how teachers can genuinely connect and thrive together, all while meeting the diverse needs of their students.
Through dynamic, research-supported strategies, the book helps teachers navigate the essential aspects of co-teaching: from relationship building and communication with stakeholders to lesson planning, efficient time management, and conflict resolution. By offering practical tools that incorporate EdTech and AI, this guide helps teachers integrate advanced solutions directly into their co-teaching practices, making every lesson impactful and inclusive.
Chapter Highlights
Dynamic Co-Teaching Partnerships: Explore how to effectively co-teach in both physical and digital settings, emphasizing equitable learning opportunities for all.
Eleven Research-Based Strategies: Discover and implement eleven effective co-teaching strategies tailored for different educational contexts, complete with practical examples.
Building Co-Teaching Relationships: Learn to cultivate collegial relationships, manage conflicts, and foster a positive classroom culture.
Attitude, Time, and Essential Agreements: Understand the key attitudes and agreements that form the foundation of a successful co-teaching partnership.
Planning and Lesson Design: Gain insight into designing lessons with or without technology and AI tools, enabling efficient co-teaching experiences.
Co-Teaching in Action: Learn how to implement high-impact instructional strategies in a co-taught environment to elevate student learning.
Classrooms Without Boundaries: Embrace the power of EdTech and AI to co-teach beyond the limits of traditional classroom walls.
Integration of Specialists: Understand how specialists can enrich co-teaching partnerships, bringing multidisciplinary expertise to support diverse learners.
Early Childhood Co-Teaching: Address the unique needs of early childhood classrooms and discover strategies that work in these foundational years.
Cultivating a Culture of Co-Teaching: Explore how to establish a school culture that embraces and sustains co-teaching as a systemic practice.
Why Educators Love "Co-Teaching Evolved"
The book has already received glowing endorsements from educators and leaders in the field. Dr. Lupe Holguin Buell, a program coordinator at San Diego State University, notes, “The authors' examples and quotes from practitioners added depth and meaning to the chapters. It was great to have QR codes to extend learning and the summary table of key EdTech and AI tools to support co-teaching beyond boundaries.”
Rosalba Ponce, also from SDSU, describes it as “a groundbreaking guide that defines co-teaching in the educational partnership field. The eleven innovative strategies, along with video examples, make it an invaluable resource for teachers looking to enhance collaboration using AI-driven tools.”
A Modern Toolkit for Co-Teaching
"Co-Teaching Evolved" is more than a book—it’s a toolkit for educators who are committed to delivering a high-quality learning experience. With its focus on fostering collaborative mindsets, implementing EdTech and AI tools, and integrating multidisciplinary specialists, this book equips teachers to meet the challenges of today’s diverse classrooms head-on. By transforming co-teaching relationships, educators can create more inclusive and enriching environments that help every student succeed.
Are you ready to evolve your co-teaching practice? Pick up your copy of "Co-Teaching Evolved" today and join the movement toward a collaborative, tech-infused future in education!