How can co-teachers support each other’s instructional practices?

Co-teachers can enhance each other's instructional practices effectively by sharing feedback on teaching methods. Collaborative feedback allows educators to reflect on their approaches, gain new insights, and ultimately improve their teaching strategies. When co-teachers engage in constructive dialogue about what works in their classrooms, they can share successful practices, discuss challenges they face, and collaboratively develop solutions. This ongoing communication fosters a supportive environment where both teachers feel valued and empowered to grow professionally.

In contrast, competing for student attention can create a chaotic classroom environment and undermine the collaborative nature of co-teaching. Remaining silent during lessons may lead to missed opportunities for teaching moments and student engagement, while strictly adhering to separate lesson plans can inhibit the synergy that co-teaching aims to create. Thus, shared feedback is instrumental in building an effective co-teaching relationship.