Co-Teaching Teams / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 10/14/2015 · Last modified 11/25/2019
Too often co-teaching teams simply take turns as they focus on general student needs, rather than blending their strengths to serve all the learners in the room. Co-teaching coach Elizabeth Stein shares some ideas and resources to build strong partnerships.
Curriculum / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 09/29/2015 · Last modified 12/05/2019
Should the curriculum in a co-teaching classroom setting look different from a typical general education classroom? That’s the most frequently asked question co-teacher coach Elizabeth Stein encounters about inclusive classrooms. The answer? Read on.
The Co-Teaching Relationship / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 09/01/2015 · Last modified 07/26/2023
Elizabeth Stein’s recent Eureka moment for creating positive co-teaching partnerships (no matter what!) comes down to one seemingly simple (yet possibly confusing) statement from a colleague: “Let’s just bring curiosity to it.” Here’s how.
Professional Development / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 05/10/2015 · Last modified 11/25/2019
It can be a challenge to find time for co-teachers to attend a traditional workshop with their colleagues. Fortunately, workshops are not the only way to learn about effective co-teaching! Expert Anne Beninghof shares eight great time-saving alternatives.
Bloom's and UDL / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 03/17/2015 · Last modified 11/24/2019
Students learn by connecting prior knowledge with new information. Elizabeth Stein urges teachers to meld the insights of Bloom’s Taxonomy and Universal Design for Learning concepts “to create access to higher level thinking and actions in your classrooms.”
Inclusion Classrooms / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 03/01/2015 · Last modified 11/28/2019
Elizabeth Stein gives readers a look inside an inclusive classroom as Mrs. Rhodes and Mrs. Copeland share their love for learning with students while putting UDL techniques into action. Elizabeth shares five co-teaching tips that come alive in the two teachers’ high energy classroom.
Inclusion Classrooms / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 02/01/2015 · Last modified 11/21/2019
Inclusion is a process—not a placement. Inclusion coach Elizabeth Stein highlights resources, including a new daily tip app, and discusses four keys to build an active and supportive environment where all students can gain ownership of their learning.
Common Core / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 11/10/2014 · Last modified 11/29/2019
Elizabeth Stein’s five-step checklist for teachers can help students who learn differently achieve their personal best in today’s Common Core classrooms. Accommodations should bridge gaps and remove barriers but preserve as much independence as possible.
Mindful Co-teaching / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 09/01/2014 · Last modified 11/26/2019
This summer Elizabeth Stein provided PD support to colleagues during a successful “camp” that helped struggling students develop a growth mindset & more academic confidence. Reflecting back, she draws 3 connections between mindfulness & co-teaching.
Inclusion Classrooms / Two Teachers in the Room
by Elizabeth Stein · Published 03/09/2014 · Last modified 11/24/2019
Beyond the rapport that teachers work to develop in all classes, co-teachers must take extra measures to connect to students with learning disabilities. Elizabeth Stein suggests ways to build rapport with kids who have a special learning history.
