ERIC Number: EJ1304811
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 34
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ISSN: ISSN-1059-308X
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Making the Time: Relationships among the School Specialists
Drew, Meredith; Gonzalez, Michelle
School Community Journal, v31 n1 p171-204 2021
This study examined the relationships among school specialists, specifically, special education teachers, Child Study Team members (school psychologists and school social workers), and school counselors, who provide support to students with specific learning needs and their families. By examining the relationship and level of collaboration among these professionals, this research provides further insight into the way schools are addressing the needs of a diverse student body. It was found that relationship barriers may be negatively impacting the work of these school specialists and ultimately affecting the students. Explored relationship barriers included time restrictions, scheduling conflicts, and role ambiguity. Recommendations for collaboration are discussed to support the development of these relationships.
Descriptors: Specialists, Special Education Teachers, School Psychologists, School Social Workers, School Counselors, Cooperation, Barriers, Time, Scheduling, Role, Student Diversity, Student Needs, Special Needs Students, Preschool Education, Elementary Education, Urban Schools
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Preschool Education; Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: New Jersey
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