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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Nevada mediation system for early intervention and special education. Revised

This guide to the Nevada Mediation System for Early Intervention and Special Education is intended to assist families, school districts, and state agencies in resolving disputes regarding the provision of appropriate early intervention or special education and related services to children with...Learn more

New amendments to resolving special education disputes: Any good IDEAs?

In this article the author discusses the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 which amends fundamental sections of the existing federal special education law. The Amending Act includes a provision requiring a resolution session prior to a due process hearing when parents...Learn more

Not quite protocols: Toward collaborative research in dispute resolution.

Experience suggests that practitioners and researchers often have conflict when trying to work together to increase knowledge of conflict management practices. This article suggests informal protocols for collaborative research efforts based on dialogues from the Hewlett-funded Theory to Practice "...Learn more

On-the-Job Practices of Early Childhood Special Education Providers Trained in Family-Centered Practices

This qualitative study investigated the use of family-centered practices by graduates of two early childhood special education personnel preparation programs that embedded family-centered pedagogy and involvement in all coursework. Three cohorts, involving 19 graduates employed in 19 different...Learn more

Optional IDEA alternative dispute resolution.

This In-Depth Policy Analysis is the result of findings based on a survey sent to all special education units of state education agencies. The survey requested information about the use of 10 alternative dispute resolution processes not specifically required under IDEA, the extent of their use, and...Learn more

OSEP Policy Guidance for IDEA Impartial Hearing Officers

This annotated overview of the policy letters of the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) available on their website covers the period 2001 to the present. Among these IDEA policy interpretations, the selection is largely limited to those within the basic building blocks of the IDEA, free...Learn more

Outcome Trends in State Complaint Procedures Decisions Under the IDEA

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act1 (IDEA) provides two alternative administrative, decisional dispute resolution mechanisms: due process complaints/hearing (DPH) and the state complaint system. The state complaint process has garnered far less attention than that devoted to DPH. To...Learn more

Over-due process revisions for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

The author believes that the present system of due process under IDEA is neither in the best interest of the child nor the school system. The author identifies and discusses a number of problems with the due process procedures. A proposed solution is also presented and discussed.Learn more

Parent beliefs and knowledge about special education and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

The shifting emphasis within the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) legislation toward greater parental involvement is supported by the literature suggesting that engaging parents in their child's education will improve the effectiveness of schooling, especially programs directed...Learn more

Parent Empowerment: Connecting With Preservice Special Education Teachers

[Abstract] Parent empowerment includes the ability to meet the needs of one's family while feeling in control. This phenomenological study seeks to understand the experience of 71 parents of children with disabilities who participated with pre-service teachers in a 16-week special education course...Learn more

Parent involvement in educational decision-making: A Hawaiian perspective.

This article describes the results of a qualitative case study involving the parents of three children of Hawaiian descent living in rural Hawaii. Parents shared their experiences of educational decision-making for their children with disabilities. Results revealed that parents responded to...Learn more

Parent Perspectives on Role Engagement An Investigation of Parents of Children With ASD and Their Self-Reported Roles With Education Professionals

This exploratory study employed qualitative methodology to analyze interview data that emerged from face-to-face interviews with eight parents of four children With autism spectrum disorder. The study focused on the roles these parents played as they monitored their children's educational programs...Learn more

Parental rights in the twenty-first century: parents as full partners in education.

This Article discusses relevant state and federal protections for parental rights in the education process. Part II discusses the provisions of Chapter 26 of the Texas Education Code, analyzes its principles, and relates some of the practical problems that arise under the Code. Part III discusses...Learn more

Parents and litigation: Insights from a special education law clinic.

The author argues that when parents threaten to sue, it’s time for the school to examine how well it is meeting the needs of special education students and their families. He draws on his experience with a cooperative project involving the School of Education and the School of Law at Seattle...Learn more

Parents may self-represent in IDEA cases.

The author presents the results of Winkelman v. Parma City School District. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that parents may represent their children in special education disputes without hiring an attorney.Learn more

Parents' Experiences with the IEP Process: Considerations for Improving Practice

This publication reviews literature exploring findings from 10 studies published after 2004 that focus on the experiences and perceptions of parents or other caregivers related to the IEP process. The review also highlights recommendations from this body of literature for improving the experiences...Learn more

Parents' Perceptions of Engagement During IEP Meetings

[Abstract] "Parents of special education students may take a passive role at individual education planning (IEP) meetings. This passivity often results in poor planning and reduced student performance at school. Understanding parent experiences during IEP meetings for children could help...Learn more

Parents' rights-society's imperatives: A balancing act.

This article focuses on parent and school rights controversies, school-community relationships, parents' anger and frustration over school officials, conflicting ideologies, rights and responsibilities, and proactive problem solving.Learn more

Parents' voices: ‘why and how we advocate’. A meta-synthesis of parents' experiences of advocating for their child with autism spectrum disorder

Parenting a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be stressful, and accessing services can add to this stress. Self-efficacy, agency and advocacy are important for parents when accessing and using services. To develop insight into parental advocacy, a meta-synthesis was undertaken to...Learn more

Parents’ Experiences as Predictors of State Accountability Measures of Schools’ Facilitation of Parent Involvement

[Abstract] "The aim of this study was to ascertain which dimensions of parents’ experiences with schools are most strongly associated with parents’ perceptions that schools are or are not facilitating parent involvement as mandated by the federal accountability system under the Individuals With...Learn more

Parent–Teacher Conflict Related to Student Abilities: The Impact on Students and the Family–School Partnership

[Abstract] Family–school partnerships have a positive impact on both students and schools, yet they remain challenging to establish and maintain, particularly in the presence of parent–teacher conflict. The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine the experiences of parents, teachers, and...Learn more

Parent–Teacher Conflict Related to Student Abilities: The Impact on Students and the Family–School Partnership

Family–school partnerships have a positive impact on both students and schools, yet they remain challenging to establish and maintain, particularly in the presence of parent–teacher conflict. The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine the experiences of parents, teachers, and students...Learn more

Parsing Disciplinary Disproportionality: Contributions of Infraction, Student, and School Characteristics to Out-of-School Suspension and Expulsion

[Abstract] In the context of a national conversation about exclusionary discipline, we conducted a multilevel examination of the relative contributions of infraction, student, and school characteristics to rates of and racial disparities in out-of-school suspension and expulsion. Type of infraction...Learn more

Part B and Part C SPP/APR 2011 Dispute Resolution Indicator Analyses

These documents contain the CADRE analyses of the SPP/APR dispute resolution indicators (Part B: 16-19 and Part C: 10-13) for FY2009-10.Learn more

Part B Federal Regulations

The Part B federal regulations were published in the Federal Register on August 14, 2006 and December 1, 2008.Learn more

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Nevada mediation system for early intervention and special education. Revised

New amendments to resolving special education disputes: Any good IDEAs?

Not quite protocols: Toward collaborative research in dispute resolution.

On-the-Job Practices of Early Childhood Special Education Providers Trained in Family-Centered Practices

Optional IDEA alternative dispute resolution.

OSEP Policy Guidance for IDEA Impartial Hearing Officers

Outcome Trends in State Complaint Procedures Decisions Under the IDEA

Over-due process revisions for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Parent beliefs and knowledge about special education and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Parent Empowerment: Connecting With Preservice Special Education Teachers

Parent involvement in educational decision-making: A Hawaiian perspective.

Parent Perspectives on Role Engagement An Investigation of Parents of Children With ASD and Their Self-Reported Roles With Education Professionals

Parental rights in the twenty-first century: parents as full partners in education.

Parents and litigation: Insights from a special education law clinic.

Parents may self-represent in IDEA cases.

Parents' Experiences with the IEP Process: Considerations for Improving Practice

Parents' Perceptions of Engagement During IEP Meetings

Parents' rights-society's imperatives: A balancing act.

Parents' voices: ‘why and how we advocate’. A meta-synthesis of parents' experiences of advocating for their child with autism spectrum disorder

Parents’ Experiences as Predictors of State Accountability Measures of Schools’ Facilitation of Parent Involvement

Parent–Teacher Conflict Related to Student Abilities: The Impact on Students and the Family–School Partnership

Parent–Teacher Conflict Related to Student Abilities: The Impact on Students and the Family–School Partnership

Parsing Disciplinary Disproportionality: Contributions of Infraction, Student, and School Characteristics to Out-of-School Suspension and Expulsion

Part B and Part C SPP/APR 2011 Dispute Resolution Indicator Analyses

Part B Federal Regulations

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