Implementing effective collaboration practices can help educators break down possible barriers and build relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community members. Understanding the characteristics and components of effective collaboration techniques is the precursor to being able to implement them.

Part 1: Components in Collaboration Matrix

For this part of the assignment, complete the matrix in Part 1. Summarize each key component of collaboration, based on information from your topic readings. In addition, explain how the key components tie into general and special education teachers’ roles and responsibilities to support the learning for individuals with disabilities.

Part 2: Collaboration and Consultations Reflective Questions

Respond to each prompt listed in Part 2 in 100-150 words. Support each response with a minimum of one scholarly resource and reference your completed collaboration matrix where applicable. Use the “References” section of the template to list your sources.