SPED 438: Collaboration with Diverse Families in Special Education

Course Description

The impact of disability and cultural diversity on the collaborative relationship and roles between families and school personnel. Strategies for establishing partnerships with families and their children to optimize positive students' educational outcomes will be explored. A family systems perspective will be applied to understanding the diverse families with members with disabilities. Participants will reflect on their own culture, lived experiences, and family structure while using strategies to understand family perspectives. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Practicum experience or consent of instructor.