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Peer reviewedSwick, Kevin J.; And Others – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1980
Skills for creating an atmosphere that enhances communication in the individualized education program (IEP) conference are discussed. Among suggestions are expressing major points in a clear and nonthreatening manner, beginning and ending the conference on a positive note, and using the parent's and child's names. (PHR)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
