These students suffer the most in collaborative scenarios because they fall through the cracks of the special education system. They don't qualify for a one-on-one aide. They don't have a "visible" struggle. But when the teacher says, "Get into groups of four," their heart rate hits 130.
: The SLP and teacher share responsibility for goals. For instance, an SLP might contribute expertise in language development while the teacher manages curriculum and classroom dynamics. Real-World Collaborative Scenarios