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The Art of Collaboration

Lessons from Families of Children with Disabilities

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Authors:
  1. Katharine G. Shepherd
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  2. Colby T. Kervick
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  3. Djenne-amal N. Morris
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  • The book joins research and family voice and book draws heavily on the stories and experiences of families of children with disabilities in order to illuminate new insights into and definitions of collaboration
  • The book explores the concept of collaboration as it occurs between families and professionals working in schools and other settings (e.g., health care, early intervention) and offers an overview of effective family-centered practices as well as opportunities for both parents and professionals to engage in reflection and action
  • The book goes beyond traditional works on collaboration that tend to assume a theoretical stance and focus solely on its role in educational settings
  • The book proposes a new approach to understanding parent knowledge and expertise and its intersection with professional knowledge, arguing that parent knowledge in the digital age has been greatly expanded and must be recognized and honored in the collaborative process

Part of the book series: Studies in Inclusive Education (STUIE)

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Table of contents (9 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-viii
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  2. Introduction and Overview

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 1-8

  3. Exploring the Research

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 9-31

  4. Identifying a Disability

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 33-59

  5. Understanding Parents as Actors and Experts

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 61-82

  6. Joining Parent and Professional Knowledge

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 83-101

  7. Enhancing Collaboration

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 103-127

  8. Finding Voice

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 129-158

  9. Building Capacity for Collaboration

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 159-180

  10. Conclusion

    • Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris
    Pages 181-188

  11. Back Matter

    Pages 189-189
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About this book

The Art of Collaboration: Lessons from Families of Children with Disabilities, co-authored by two professors of education and a parent of a child with disabilities, draws on the literature as well as original research to explore the meaning of collaboration and the benefits and barriers to developing positive school and family partnerships. The voices and stories of families of children with a variety of disabilities and experiences are at the heart of the book, providing insights into how we might re-conceptualize collaboration as an ongoing process and an “art” built on a shared commitment to improving the lives of children and families. The book begins with an overview of the research on collaboration and explores key themes, including the process of identifying a disability, the meaning of parent knowledge and expertise in the digital age, the potential to join parent and professional knowledge for the benefit of the child and family, and approaches leading to meaningful collaboration and communication. These include a variety of family-centered tools and practices, strategies for promoting parent advocacy and leadership, and a focus on hope and resiliency. Each chapter concludes with questions for reflection and suggested activities, making it an ideal resource for both parents and professionals. Throughout, the authors critique the collaborative process, while focusing on its promises and possibilities for families, educators, and other professionals.










Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: The Art of Collaboration

  • Book Subtitle: Lessons from Families of Children with Disabilities

  • Authors: Katharine G. Shepherd, Colby T. Kervick, Djenne-amal N. Morris

  • Series Title: Studies in Inclusive Education

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6300-824-2

  • Publisher: SensePublishers Rotterdam

  • eBook Packages: Education, Education (R0)

  • Copyright Information: SensePublishers-Rotterdam, The Netherlands 2017

  • eBook ISBN: 978-94-6300-824-2Published: 27 December 2016

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: VIII, 190

  • Topics: Education, general

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