Affiliation:
1. University of Northern Colorado, USA
2. Lamar University, USA
Abstract
As the composition of families with children with disabilities becomes increasingly diverse, there is a need for effective continuing professional development to support teachers to engage families actively. However, current teachers' professional development approaches in both pre-service and in-service may not meet current teachers' needs and provide hands-on guidelines on actively engaging diverse families. This chapter aims to enhance teachers' professional development opportunities by presenting a family engagement model. The CARE model comprises four components: (a) communication and commitment, (b) accessibility and advocacy, (c) respect and reciprocal, and (d) equity and empowerment.". These components' key characteristics led to the development of a framework that included linking, stretching, and amplifying steps for the practitioner. As a result, the model promotes a family engagement that is active, inclusive, and respectful and promotes equity.
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