Date Published: Aug 31, 2007
Source: 
JsesnuneifseirnJ.TeCaocohtesr Education
Authors: 
Coots, J.J.
Volume: 
16
Issue: 
2
Page Numbers: 
33-40

     This article distills three lessons learned over the 30 years since IDEIA was first passed:

1) Families organize daily routines that balance their beliefs, resources, and needs and abilities.

2) Families vary greatly in how and how much they collaborate and participate in schooling activities.

3) Listen to families.

     The author demonstrates that together these lessons can inform meaningful engagement and effective collaboration. Closing on a hopeful note, she writes, "we must acknowledge that we have made much progress in improving the lives of individuals with disabilities but that we have a long way to go in terms of fully honoring the original intent of the mandates of this pioneering legislation."

 

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