Collaborative is

Empowerment means enabling and strengthening.

Expertise is special skill or knowledge in a particular area.

Two way communication is

Reframing is shifting from a negative perspective to a perspective that recognizes strengths by choosing different words and frames of reference.

The barriers that exist in forming parent/teacher relationships can be

Teachers should avoid pitfalls in parent/teacher conferences, which will help them be more successful. They include

Humility, compassion, and respect are

Informal communication methods include

When teachers and families form partnerships, the benefits for the children include