| 英文摘要 |
In response to challenges posed by declining birth rates, Taiwan’s Ministry of Education has implemented Multigrade Teaching (MGT) since the 2014 academic year, hoping to create diverse peer learning opportunities for students in rural areas. The success of MGT mainly relies on effective teacher collaboration. This paper examines various co-teaching models applied in MGT, categorized by levels of collaboration, ranging from low to high: the Observation Model, the Coaching Model, the Assistant Teaching Model, the Equal Status Model, and the Teaming Model. The Observation Model involves teachers primarily observing and providing feedback, while the Coaching Model offers specific guidance. The Assistant Teaching Model involves support in classroom management and student assistance. In the Equal Status Model, teachers share equal responsibility for instruction, and the Teaming Model represents the highest level of collaboration, with teachers jointly planning and rotating teaching duties. Additionally, this paper discusses five key factors for successful co-teaching: sufficient professional development, adequate co-planning time, positive working relationship between co-teachers, clear classroom roles and responsibilities, and active administrative support. By understanding the practical use of these collaborative models, the study provides valuable insights for teachers to apply effective collaboration strategies when implementing multigrade teaching in the future. |