In the last three decades, several strands of research have produced compelling evidence justifying a focus on the family with a particular emphasis on early years in order to raise literacy standards. Partners in Literacy is an evidence-based model which is built on these key research findings, these are: (1) Families and parents are critical to…

This curriculum was developed in response to a need expressed by parents and parent groups across the country. It is intended to help parents learn strategies that will encourage their youth to remain in school and to graduate with peers. In preparation for presenting this workshop, you will need to have a clear understanding of state initiatives…

This exploratory study took place in the context of middle school information science in Greece, to examine possible relations between boys' and girls': value and efficacy beliefs about computers and information science; perceived parental support; perceived teacher expectations; and perceptions of the nature of information science instruction.…

The numbers of children raised by their grandparents are increasing. These alternate families often emerge following negative life events that result in high risk for adverse child outcomes. Modifications in the traditional roles and relationships of grandparent and child may exacerbate stressors experienced by both parties. The phenomenon has…

Modern evaluations of parent training programmes seek evidence not only of efficacy in optimal, often university clinic settings, but also of effectiveness under normal field conditions. The Kompetenztraining fur Eltern sozial auffalliger Kinder (KES) is a cognitive-behavioural competence training for parents of socially disruptive children. This…

The letter is intended to help parents of young blind children understand the effects of their expectations on their child's development. The importance of believing in the essential normality and ability of the blind child is underlined, and parents are told basic information about developmental patterns, educational programs (including…

A parent training program used at the Humboldt State University Speech and Hearing Center helps parents of language impaired children learn to incorporate language facilitation techniques into their daily interaction with their children. The approach used is the INREAL model which was designed to improve the language and related learning skills of…

A discussion of what the author has learned about family life through teaching, research and counseling. (EK)

Questions and answers are presented from an interview with a researcher on childhood mental illnesses. Dr. E. James Anthony responds to questions about such issues as the influence of parents on the development of child psychosis, the influence of age and ordinal position, advice about raising mentally healthy children, and the relationship…

WRITTEN FOR PARENTS, THIS BOOKLET IS DESIGNED TO HELP PREVENT STUTTERING IN CHILDREN. COMMUNICATION AND SPEECH BETWEEN PARENT AND CHILD IS TRACED DEVELOPMENTALLY FROM BIRTH. THE IMPORTANCE OF PARENTAL ATTITUDES AND ACTIONS TOWARD THE CHILD, SPEECH, AND CONVERSATION IS DISCUSSED. PARENTS ARE GIVEN SUGGESTIONS TO HELP THE DEVELOPMENT OF GOOD SPEECH.…

As one of a series commissioned by the National Reading Center to help inform all citizens about reading issues and to promote national functional literacy, this brochure is designed to acquaint readers with different forms of visual impairment, and describes their symptoms for easy recognition. Visual difficulties are classified into two major…

Examines the structure of families headed by an unmarried male with minor children. Single-father research literature is briefly reviewed. (Author/SE)

Parental involvement requirements for Public Law 94-142, the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, are reviewed. (CL)

Some effects that television viewing has had on children are described, and ways for parents to regain control of the television are suggested. (MT)

In order to experience positive growth and fulfillment, parents of severely handicapped children need to move toward self-growth and acceptance of the child, facilitate productive consultation with professionals, and coordinate communication between agencies and services. (CL)