Research Forum II

Thursday, March 19, 2009
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Impact of a University-School Partnership: Closing the Literacy Achievement Gap
This study reports on the first year of a 3-year partnership between a mid-sized urban university and a high-needs elementary school.
Maureen Spelman, Saint Xavier University, Chicago, IL, USA

Traditional Language Games Assist One Preschooler on the Autism Spectrum Engage with his Family
This session discusses benefits of family play for a child on the autism spectrum including using cultural and social skills to reinforce joint attention, social interactions, and language skills.
Mari Riojas-Cortez, University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA

The Effects of Empowering Primary Caregivers in Assessment on Parent-Child Interaction and Children's Developmental Outcomes
The presenter will report effects of empowering parents on parent-child interaction and the child's development. Children's communication skills and overall development will also be discussed.
Yaoying Xu,Evelyn Reed-Victor, Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA, USA
Jeffrey Gelfer, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV, USA

Educators and Advocates: An Examination of Parental Perspectives on ADHD and School Support
This study examines parental opinions about the educational support provided within the elementary school system for the special needs of their children diagnosed with ADHD.
Shelley Murphy, OISE/University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada

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