The Art Of Collaboration: Lessons From Families Of Children With Disabilities
by Katharine G. Shepherd /
2016 / English / PDF
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Families of Children with Disabilities
The Art of Collaboration: Lessons from
Families of Children with Disabilities, co-authored by two
professors of education and a parent of a child with
disabilities, draws on the literature as well as original
research to explore the meaning of collaboration and the benefits
and barriers to developing positive school and family
partnerships. The voices and stories of families of children with
a variety of disabilities and experiences are at the heart of the
book, providing insights into how we might re-conceptualize
collaboration as an ongoing process and an “art” built on a
shared commitment to improving the lives of children and
families. The book begins with an overview of the research on
collaboration and explores key themes, including the process of
identifying a disability, the meaning of parent knowledge and
expertise in the digital age, the potential to join parent and
professional knowledge for the benefit of the child and family,
and approaches leading to meaningful collaboration and
communication. These include a variety of family-centered tools
and practices, strategies for promoting parent advocacy and
leadership, and a focus on hope and resiliency. Each chapter
concludes with questions for reflection and suggested activities,
making it an ideal resource for both parents and professionals.
Throughout, the authors critique the collaborative process, while
focusing on its promises and possibilities for families,
educators, and other professionals.
, co-authored by two
professors of education and a parent of a child with
disabilities, draws on the literature as well as original
research to explore the meaning of collaboration and the benefits
and barriers to developing positive school and family
partnerships. The voices and stories of families of children with
a variety of disabilities and experiences are at the heart of the
book, providing insights into how we might re-conceptualize
collaboration as an ongoing process and an “art” built on a
shared commitment to improving the lives of children and
families. The book begins with an overview of the research on
collaboration and explores key themes, including the process of
identifying a disability, the meaning of parent knowledge and
expertise in the digital age, the potential to join parent and
professional knowledge for the benefit of the child and family,
and approaches leading to meaningful collaboration and
communication. These include a variety of family-centered tools
and practices, strategies for promoting parent advocacy and
leadership, and a focus on hope and resiliency. Each chapter
concludes with questions for reflection and suggested activities,
making it an ideal resource for both parents and professionals.
Throughout, the authors critique the collaborative process, while
focusing on its promises and possibilities for families,
educators, and other professionals.