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Collaborating with Families
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Perspectives and Resources
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Objectives
After reviewing the Perspectives and Resources section and completing the accompanying activities, the learner will:
- Recognize the diversity of families and the importance of involving families in students' education
- Understand the issues that most affect families who have children with disabilities
- Be familiar with a number of practical ideas for creating a positive partnership with parents of children with disabilities
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What do teachers need to understand about working with families who have children with disabilities?
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| Family Composition
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Page 2
| Emotional Reactions to Disability
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Page 3
| Additional Roles of Families
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| Stressors of Daily Living
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What are some ways to go about building positive relationships with families?
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Page 5
| Building Positive Relationships
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Page 6
| Encouraging Involvement
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Page 7
| Respecting Families
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Page 8
| Acknowledging Strengths
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Resources
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