Date of Award
2-6-2017
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Department of Special Education
First Advisor
Sharon Doubet
Abstract
The current study explored the perceptions of collaborative practices and possible methods to overcome the challenges identified by caregivers and professionals in Early Intervention by documenting the perspectives of four multidisciplinary team members. This qualitative study included in-depth interviews with a caregiver, service coordinator, occupational therapist, and developmental therapist/hearing specialist whom all shared an Individual Family Service Plan within the past year. Data analysis revealed five major themes that included: 1) communication, 2) best practices, 3) co-treating, 4) knowledge, and 5) respect. Future research ideas and implications for caregivers, early intervention professionals, early intervention program managers, and agencies employing early intervention professionals were discussed.
Recommended Citation
Edwards, Sara J., "Caregivers' and Professionals' Perceptions on Collaboration in Early Intervention" (2017). Theses and Dissertations. 667.
https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/etd/667
DOI
http://doi.org/10.30707/ETD2017.Edwards.S
Page Count
82
Comments
Imported from ProQuest Edwards_ilstu_0092N_10898.pdf