Table 3.
Recommended Instructional Strategies for Inclusive Co-Teaching
| Strategy/Measure | Explanation/Example |
|---|---|
| Repetition & Practice | Reinforce key concepts through repeated, hands-on learning |
| Visual Supports | Incorporate diagrams, charts, and other visual aids to clarify content. |
| Routines | Establish consistent classroom routines to promote structure. |
| Group Work | Prioritize collaborative learning through structured group activities. |
| Worksheets | Use worksheets instead of lectures |
| Easy Language | Employ clear, jargon-free, and accessible language for all instruction. |
| Flexibility | Adapt instructional approaches to address individual needs. |
| Creativity | Employ varied and innovative teaching methods to enhance engagement. |
| Enjoyable Environment | Foster a positive, supportive classroom atmosphere |
| Support Persons | Provide additional personnel for classroom management and reassurance. |
| Collaborative Planning | Engage co-teachers in curriculum development and feedback processes |
| Joint Lectures | Facilitate delivery of lectures by co-teachers and academic staff. |
| Involvement Beyond Teaching | Engage Individuals with Disorders of Intellectual Development in multiple roles beyond instructional duties |