Teachers of minority handicapped children can enhance their relationship with parents by understanding that parents cannot be forced to participate and that the teacher cannot expect to have the same authority with parents as with children. It is important for teachers to begin parent training programs with high success activities, focus on…

The text is primarily intended to encourage a particular attitude among teachers to guide them in their relationships with parents, and secondarily to be useful directly to parents. Through an analysis of the parent teacher conference relationship, the author presents particular concepts and outlines a plan of action. Personal dynamics of both the…

Describes a group approach with parents, teachers, and students, which worked in helping students who have problems in school. (Author/MLF)

An experienced teacher discusses her experiences in a tough, inner city school and offers suggestions for self-preservation, discipline, guidance techniques, how to handle irate parents, and security measures. (JMB)

Analysis of communication preferences indicated by 632 parents and teachers of emotionally disturbed students indicated that their preferences differed at .05 level of significance on 10 of the 20 most common types of communication. Priority rankings of preferences from highest to lowest for both groups were also reported. (Author/CL)

One of a series of monographs on specific topics in the transition of students with disabilities, this publication focuses on student-focused conferencing and planning. An introductory chapter defines terms, considers who can use student-focused conferencing and planning, summarizes relevant research, and identifies essential ingredients and…

A South Dakota vocational agriculture instructor offers suggestions for planning and recording summer visits to students' homes; he also describes his use of the summer months to devise visual aids for the next year. (EA)

Instead of completely separating children from the parents who caused their original problems, parental-child interaction and parental help are encouraged at this residential treatment center. (MK)

Copies of the Behaviour Study Technique described in this article may be obtained in English from the Australian Council for Educational Research, Frederick St., Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia 3122. (RY)

Notes that fathers are becoming more involved in the education of their children. Offers suggestions for conducting a successful conference with fathers. (FL)

Offers guidelines designed to diminish many commonly held teacher fears about conferences with parents. Stresses planning, commonalities, climate, control, and conclusion. (FL)

Suggests six activities teachers should undertake in order to have successful conferences with parents concerning their child's reading performance. Offers ideas that teachers can share with parents who want to help children improve reading. (FL)

The author discusses considerations for successful parent school conferences. Sections address such components as goal setting, preparation, and steps to take in making parents feel comfortable. A one-year plan for four conferences is offered. (SBH)

The article outlines guides for a teacher to use in preparing for and conducting a successful conference with parents of pupils. (JD)

Letting parents know what goes on in the classroom is more than good public relations. It can work to your teaching advantage. Here are five ways to make the link with home and school stronger. (Editor)