The purpose of this blog is to serve as an assigned requirement for EDM 510.
One of the other classes I am taking this summer is SPE 500 and the book we are reading is "Inclusion: Effective Practices for All Students (2nd Edition)" by James M. McLeskey. The last chapter I read was about collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching. As a special educator, I believe these three things are the key to successful inclusion of all students with and without disabilities. I have had numerous opportunities collaborating and consulting with support personnel, teacher assistants, general education teachers, counselors, administration, and related services personnel. Most of my experiences have been positive, but I have ran into some times that were not so positive. I would like to hear from you about your experiences in collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching. Do you think these three things are important? What are some of your successes and what are some times you found it hard to collaborate, consult, or co-teach?
