We're All on the Same Page: The Use of Technology Applications to Effectively Communicate With Families of Students With Disabilities.

Parent and professional communication is at the helm of effective special education practice. This article suggests ways to increase and expand mutually preferred communication methods among families of students with disabilities and educational teams. First, it aims to provide accessible methods for educators to enhance their ability to effectively communicate with families of diverse backgrounds in order to best serve their students with disabilities. Second, it suggests ways to support families in being well-versed in their child's educational program, progress, performance, and well-being at school. Current mobile applications that can be utilized to foster communication among families and education teams, including teachers and related service professionals, are suggested and described. Future directions for the use of mobile applications to foster these mutually valuable relationships and implications for research are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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