Students are receiving some form of special education services in public schools around the United States.

Increasingly, more students are receiving some form of special education services in public schools around the United States. Collaboration between special education and general education teachers is important for this population of students.

Research and discuss two critical benefits of collaboration and team teaching for students with disabilities.
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    Collaboration between special and general education teachers is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of effective inclusive education. This partnership offers numerous benefits for students with disabilities. Two critical benefits include:  
  1. Enhanced Individualized Education Program (IEP) Development and Implementation
  • Comprehensive Assessment and Goal Setting: Collaborative teams can conduct more comprehensive assessments of students' strengths, weaknesses, and needs. This leads to the development of more individualized and appropriate IEP goals.
 

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