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Download full textKentucky State Dept. of Education, Frankfort. – 1991
This technical assistance paper presents information designed to assist school personnel in assessing the strengths and needs of children and planning developmentally appropriate curriculum strategies. The first topic addressed is assessment strategies, which include developmental screening, diagnostic instruments, teacher observation, parent…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Child Development, Curriculum Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
de Smet, James A. – 1990
A speech pathologist designed and implemented a practicum study for the purpose of strengthening the conference skills of kindergarten through fifth-grade teachers at three elementary schools. The primary goal of the practicum was to provide the teachers with a method and the skills needed to promote effective cooperation between parent and…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Communication Skills, Elementary Education, Elementary School Teachers
Arizona State Dept. of Education, Phoenix. – 1989
Several strategies for improving communication between parents and teachers are explored in this handbook. Section I provides background information on parent-teacher communication. Recommendations to teachers for enhancing parent involvement in education are provided. Section II describes communication strategies for use in parent-teacher…
Descriptors: Background, Check Lists, Elementary Secondary Education, Family School Relationship
Maryland State Dept. of Education, Baltimore. Office of Special Education. – 2000
This guide suggests a fresh perspective for families and professionals working together to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities living in Maryland. It begins by explaining the purpose of IEPs and by providing the principles for IEP development in Maryland. Information is then provided on how the IEP is…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Disabilities, Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedPerl, James – TEACHING Exceptional Children, 1995
Suggestions are offered to special educators for improving communication at parent-teacher conferences, including relationship skills such as demonstrating genuine caring, building rapport, listening, showing empathy, reflecting affect, and using clarifying statements. A checklist for self-monitoring in these areas is included. (DB)
Descriptors: Check Lists, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Empathy
Kentucky State Dept. of Education, Frankfort. – 1991
Recognizing that a child's family is his or her first and most important teacher, this technical assistance paper stresses the importance of preschool teachers involving the family in the development of the child. It examines the fundamental principles that guide the creation of a partnership with parents and some of the objectives of building the…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Child Development, Family Involvement, Home Visits
