Voices from the Field
In this lesson, you will hear from practitioners and families who share their experiences and the “know-how” that comes from solving problems, overcoming barriers, and making decisions in everyday life. We identified practitioners and parents from around the country who have experienced-based knowledge on the topic of interaction practices and invited them to share their views on critical issues impacting practices on interaction.
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Dr. Jeanette McCollum
Dr. Jeanette McCollum provides tips on how to take children’s and families’ cultural context into consideration. Listen >
Dr. Rashida Banerjee
Dr. Rashida Banerjee provides ideas and strategies on interacting with children who have low-incidence disabilities (e.g., hearing or vision impairments). Listen >
Dr. Catherine Corr
Dr. Catherine Corr shares how the interactional practices can make a difference in the lives of children who might have experienced abuse or neglect. Listen >
Samtra Devard
Samtra Devard, the mother of three children, including one who has a disability, shares how practitioners play an important role in fostering peer interactions and her perspective as a parent on the long term benefits of developing relationships with typically developing peers early. Listen >