Literature Articles

This searchable database contains bibliographic information for literature (research-based and policy/practice) relating to dispute resolution in special education.

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Do the “haves” come out ahead in alternative judicial systems? Repeat players in ADR.

Discusses compulsory arbitration in education. Some courts have upheld compulsory arbitration requirements under the ADA. Article argues that parties that are “repeat players” in ADR are vulnerable to power imbalances. Calls for more empirical work to test this.Learn more

Educating our children together: A sourcebook for effective family-school-community partnerships.

The introduction to this sourcebook stresses the need for schools, communities, and families to work together to educate children to be productive and caring 21 st century citizens. American families are described as more diverse than ever before, spanning cultures, languages, levels of education,...Learn more

Education for students with special needs: The judicially defined role of parents in the process.

The 1997 Amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) give parents an opportunity to participate in meetings with respect to the identification, evaluation, and educational placement of their children. This article discusses parental involvement under the IDEA, specifically...Learn more

Educators' Perceptions of Collaborative Planning Processes for Students With Disabilities

As schools emphasize accountability and academic progress for all students, professional collaboration is a critical aspect of planning accommodations and interventions that address the learning needs of diverse learners. To better understand collaborative processes, the authors investigated the...Learn more

Effect of Parent Involvement and Parent Expectations on Postsecondary Outcomes for Individuals Who Are d/Deaf or Hard of Hearing

[Abstract] The purpose of this article is to investigate the potential role of parent involvement and parent expectation in post school outcomes for individuals who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing (DHH). Students who are DHH have lower retention and employment rates than their peers. Recognizing the...Learn more

Encouraging Active Parent Participation in IEP Team Meetings

This article presents implications for practice related to parent participation. [conclusion] "Walker and Singer (1993) pointed out that the relationship between parent and professional is developmental in nature. As professional team members develop relationships with parents new to special...Learn more

Engaging Parents in the Special Education Transition Process: Perspectives of Parents of Students with Significant Disabilities

[Abstract] This qualitative study examined the perspectives of parents of students with significant disabilities about the Secondary Transition Process. Significant disabilities were defined as students with intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, and autism. Federal regulations require...Learn more

Engaging Students and Parents in Transition-Focused Individualized Education Programs

*/ [Abstract] The reauthorizations of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act emphasize that students and parents are to be considered equal partners in the individualized education program (IEP) process. This article addresses how to move from compliance with the law to facilitating...Learn more

Enhancing Collaborative Leadership Among Parents of Children with Disabilities: New Directions for Policy and Practice

Parent involvement and leadership have evolved over time and carry different meanings within various educational contexts in the United States. In special education, parent involvement includes the roles that parents of children with disabilities play in the development of their children’s...Learn more

Enhancing the collaborative capacity of individualized education programs (IEPs) in Delaware schools

[abstract] This Executive Position Paper explores promising practice recommendations for enhancing the collaborative capacity of individualized education programs (IEPs) in Delaware Schools. Recommendations marry existing literature on collaboration, building capacity through adult training/...Learn more

Equity and advocacy expectations of culturally diverse families' participation in special education.

The authors contend that the equity and advocacy expectations imbedded in the legal mandate for parent participation in the special education decision-making process directly contradict the hierarchy of professional status and knowledge on which the positivist paradigm of professionalism is based,...Learn more

Establishing a Collaborative School Culture through Comprehensive School Reform

This article advocates comprehensive school reform to develop more inclusive placements and improve outcomes for all students. The process involves professional development toward establishing a more collaborative culture. The important role of leadership in modeling collaboration is covered, with...Learn more

Evaluating the effectiveness of mediation as an alternative to the due process theory in special education. Final Report, 9/1/86-8/31/87.

This study examined the effectiveness of mediation (in comparison with due process hearings) in resolving disputes between parents of children with disabilities and school districts. Respondents (from 10 states) included 35 parents who had taken part in a mediation procedure only; 29 in a mediation...Learn more

Evaluating the fairness of special education hearings.

This article discusses the experience of parents and school officials regarding the fairness of hearings in special education disputes. Explores disagreement among professionals about the assessment and placement of children with disabilities.Learn more

Evaluation and cost estimation of special education mediation conferences in California (PL94-142).

Federal Law PL 94-142 provides handicapped children with appropriate education. Parents of handicapped children, if dissatisfied, can make and arbitrate a claim for a different education program for their child. In 1980, under this law California instituted mediation as a less expensive and...Learn more

Evaluation of Family Empowerment Centers.

This report synthesizes the quantitative and qualitative evaluation data related to Family Empowerment Centers (FEC) in California. Data was obtained from surveys of parents and professionals, parent focus groups, and interviews with FEC center directors, center personnel, and other professionals...Learn more

Evening the playing field: Tailoring the allocation of the burden of proof at IDEA due process hearing to balance children's rights and school's needs.

The Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (the "IDEA") is a broad federal mandate intended to make a "free appropriate public education" available to all disabled students. More importantly, however, the IDEA encourages schools to enable parents to collaborate with their child's educators...Learn more

Examining parents' involvement in and perceptions of special education services: An interview with families in a parent support group.

The purpose of this investigation was to examine families' involvement in and perceptions of children's special education services. A telephone survey was conducted with 45 families of children with autism who were part of a parent support group. The survey consisted of a total of 15 questions that...Learn more

Examining the Impact of Early Intervention, Parent Involvement and Family Characteristics on Preschool Special Education Student Outcomes over Time

UMI Number: 3495232 [Excerpts from abstract] "The study included secondary data analysis to examine the impact of several factors, including the Early Intervention program, demographic factors and potential mediating factors on preschool special education student outcomes. The Pre-elementary...Learn more

Exceptionality and Parent-Professional Conflict: Causes, Prevention, and Resolution

[abstract] "A large number of due process hearings regarding the delivery of special education services to children with disabilities occur nationally and the number is increasing. Differences of opinion between professionals and parents concerning whether or not a child is disabled, the diagnosis...Learn more

Experiences of Latino families with their child's special education program.

The goal of the study was to develop a better understanding of how Latino families with children with disabilities perceive their child's special education program and their involvement in school. Participants were families of children with disabilities attending a predominately Latino elementary...Learn more

Facilitated IEP meetings help special education students.

The article reports on the significance of facilitated Individual Education Plans(IEP) meetings among parents of special education students and representatives of Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools in Nashville, Tennessee. Often IEP meetings conclude to heated arguments, Spectrum K12 School...Learn more

Failure to Implement the IEP: The Third Dimension of FAPE Under the IDEA

After distinguishing the development of “failure to implement” (FTI) the individualized education program (IEP) as a third dimension beyond the procedural and substantive dimensions of FAPE (free appropriate public education) first established in Board of Education v. Rowley , this article provides...Learn more

Families and schools: Resolving disputes through mediation.

This publication attempts to answer common questions that parents, teachers, administrators, and others have about mediation as a means of resolving conflicts between parents of a child with a disability and the school district. Four real life stories are used to show how experienced mediators use...Learn more

Family Engagement and Children with Disabilities: A Resource Guide for Educators and Parents

This resource guide presents an annotated bibliography on partnerships between families and schools. From p.3: "This annotated bibliography describes resources that can help parents and educators facilitate a comfortable and supportive partnership in the interest of successful outcomes for children...Learn more

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Do the “haves” come out ahead in alternative judicial systems? Repeat players in ADR.

Educating our children together: A sourcebook for effective family-school-community partnerships.

Education for students with special needs: The judicially defined role of parents in the process.

Educators' Perceptions of Collaborative Planning Processes for Students With Disabilities

Effect of Parent Involvement and Parent Expectations on Postsecondary Outcomes for Individuals Who Are d/Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Encouraging Active Parent Participation in IEP Team Meetings

Engaging Parents in the Special Education Transition Process: Perspectives of Parents of Students with Significant Disabilities

Engaging Students and Parents in Transition-Focused Individualized Education Programs

Enhancing Collaborative Leadership Among Parents of Children with Disabilities: New Directions for Policy and Practice

Enhancing the collaborative capacity of individualized education programs (IEPs) in Delaware schools

Equity and advocacy expectations of culturally diverse families' participation in special education.

Establishing a Collaborative School Culture through Comprehensive School Reform

Evaluating the effectiveness of mediation as an alternative to the due process theory in special education. Final Report, 9/1/86-8/31/87.

Evaluating the fairness of special education hearings.

Evaluation and cost estimation of special education mediation conferences in California (PL94-142).

Evaluation of Family Empowerment Centers.

Evening the playing field: Tailoring the allocation of the burden of proof at IDEA due process hearing to balance children's rights and school's needs.

Examining parents' involvement in and perceptions of special education services: An interview with families in a parent support group.

Examining the Impact of Early Intervention, Parent Involvement and Family Characteristics on Preschool Special Education Student Outcomes over Time

Exceptionality and Parent-Professional Conflict: Causes, Prevention, and Resolution

Experiences of Latino families with their child's special education program.

Facilitated IEP meetings help special education students.

Failure to Implement the IEP: The Third Dimension of FAPE Under the IDEA

Families and schools: Resolving disputes through mediation.

Family Engagement and Children with Disabilities: A Resource Guide for Educators and Parents

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