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Communicating with Parents: Strategies for Teachers
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Abstract
Teachers strive to establish partnerships with parents to support student
learning. Strong communication is fundamental to this partnership and to
building a sense of community between home and school. In these changing
times, teachers must continue to develop and expand their skills in order to
maximize effective communication with parents. is article presents a range
of communication opportunities available to teachers, including the emerging
use of technology. Some of these practical suggestions may seem very basic
to those already actively promoting parental involvement, but unfortunately,
many teachers have not been trained in nor are they practicing proactive communication
with parents. Barriers to effective communication are considered
in conjunction with potential solutions.
Key Words: parent involvement, teacher-parent relationships, school-home
partnerships, communication