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With personal anecdotes, case examples, and detailed theoretical discussions, this book brings to light the potential impact of cultural assumptions on family-professional relationships in special education. Essential reading for future teachers, this text raises their awareness of cultural stereotypes and explains how to cast these stereotypes aside in order to work more effectively with students' families. This textbook also helps educators understand the importance of developing education plans that will enhance children's learning and respect their cultural beliefs. Undergraduate and graduate students of special education will find ways to improve communication with families and more effectively teach children with diverse cultural heritages.
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