SPE 575 - Family Engagement in Special Education

This course explores and analyzes the special educator’s role in organizing, implementing, and evaluating family and community engagement. Participants will understand families, schools, and society as interdependent and be able to practice this understanding in their relationships with children, colleagues, parents, and the community. They will be able to improve engagement practices, communicate effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse families, and develop partnerships required for academic achievement and transition into adulthood.

Credits: 3