Professional Literature Description

Article No. 1
Bib. Information (APA
Formatting):

Bennett, Alexis M. (2012). Parental Involvement in Early Intervention Programs for

Children with Autism. St. Catherine university; university of st. Thomas.

Author(s) Affiliation:

Alexis M.Bennett St. Catherine University; School of Social Work; University of St.
Thomas

Type of Resource:

Clinical Research Papers

(Scholarly /Trade/Other)

Summary of essential
information:

Alexis M. Bennett conducted a nine month study as part of a research design regarding
the participation of families whose children were diagnosed with autism and their
involvement with the intervention process/programs.

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to
your research topic and
study:

This article provides insight from health professionals, practitioners and

provides effective ways of supporting families of children with autism while
increasing involvement in the overall early intervention process.

Stage of action research

where the source will
be used:

Data Collection/Analysis Methodology- The data collected was over a nine month
period. It provides the view-points of practitioners, families and teachers regarding the
early intervention process and steps needed for improvement.
Findings/Conclusions-the findings discuss the effects of parent involvement in the
early intervention process.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my theory) of
the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process and the long
term effects..

Article No. 2

My action research project is about parent involvement in the early intervention

process. This article influences my action research by providing the view point of

mental health professionals and practitioners regarding parent involvement in

the early intervention process

Bib. Information (APA

Formatting):
Author(s) Affiliation:

Type of Resource:
(Scholarly /Trade/Other)

Hilado, Aimee V, Kallemeyn, Leanne and Phillips, Lauren (2013) .

Examining Understandings of Parent Involvement in Early Childhood
Programs. Volume 15 (2)
Aimee V. Hilado - Northeastern Illinois University
Leanne Kallemeyn Loyola University Chicago
Lauren Phillips- Loyola University Chicago

Professional Journal

Summary of essential
information:

Hilado, Kallemeyn and Phillips review the importance of parent involvement with the
early intervention process. Additionally the authors outline various means of parent
involvement,

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to
your research topic and
study:

This article provides parents with a great deal of resources and activities to
become involved with early intervention services with and for their child.

Stage of action research

where the source will
be used:

Background- This article provides historical and statistical data regarding the
importance of parent involvement in the early intervention process.
Understanding the field This article gives background knowledge of the effects of
positive early intervention services.
Findings/Conclusions The journal discusses the effects of positive parent involvement
in the early intervention process from birth and how the positive lasting effects
throughout adulthood.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my theory) of
the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process and the long
term effects.

Article No. 3

This journal provides parents with the benefits of parental involvement in early
intervention services and outlines valuable ways to stay involved in the classroom and
at home.

Bib. Information (APA

Formatting):

Wehman, Theresa (1998). Family-centered early intervention

services: Factors contributing to increase parent involvement and
participation. Volume 13 Issue (2) pp. 80-86.

Author(s) Affiliation:

Theresa Wehman -Assistant professor in the Department of Early

Childhood Education at National-Louis University, Chicago.

Type of Resource:

Professional Journal

(Scholarly /Trade/Other)

Summary of essential
information:
Way in which this
source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to
your research topic and
study:

Wehman takes early intervention out of the institution and reintroduces as a family
centered-approach

Stage of action research

where the source will
be used:

Background- This article provides historical and statistical data regarding the
importance of parent involvement in the early intervention process.
Understanding the field This article gives background knowledge of the effects of
positive early intervention services.
Findings/Conclusions The journal discusses the effects of positive parent involvement
in the early intervention process from birth and how the positive lasting effects
throughout adulthood.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my theory) of
the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process and the long
term effects.

Article No. 4

This article looks at the teachings of early theorist, child center and family
centered approach for planning and implementing early intervention.

This journal will allow me to review many different ways to incorporate parent
participation in early intervention

Bib. Information (APA

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Type of Resource:
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/Trade/Other)
Summary of essential
information:

Tomasello, Nicole Marie (2012). Examining the Impact of Early Intervention, parent
Involvement and Family Characteristics on Preschool Special Education Student
Outcomes Over Time? State University of New York at Buffalo
Tomasello, Nicole Marie State University of New York at Buffalo,
Doctor of Philosophy
Dissertations Publishing
Nicole Marie Tomasello, compiled this dissertation to answer three
primary questions;
(1) What is the effect of Part C Early Intervention on the pre-academic
achievement of preschool special education students, (2) What
factors are related to parent involvement; (3) What is the relationship
of parent involvement to the pre-academic achievement of preschool
special education students. In order to answer these three questions,
Tomasello reviews various preschool special education programs and
interviews parents and early intervention specialists

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to
your research topic and
study:

This dissertation speaks directly to my area of research. I believe the portion that speaks
to parent involvement and the factors that dictate the level of involvement for parents
will allow me to have another perspective aside from the parent questioners that I will
be collecting

Stage of action research

where the source will be
used:

Data Collection/Analysis Methodology- The information provided includes statistical

data of children between the ages of 3-5.
Findings/Conclusions-the findings discuss the effects of parent involvement in the
early intervention process.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my theory) of
the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process and the long
term effects.

My action research project is about parent involvement in the early intervention

process. This article influences my action research by providing a strong view point of
practitioners regarding parent involvement in the early intervention process.

Article No. 5
Bib. Information (APA
Formatting):

Bailey, Donald B. Jr. (2001). Evaluating Parent Involvement and Family

Support in Early Intervention and Preschool Programs, Journal of Early
Intervention
24.1
(Winter 2001): 1-7,9-14.

Author(s) Affiliation:

PhD, Early Childhood Special Education, University of

Washington, MEd, Early Childhood Special Education, University
of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA, Psychology, Davidson
College

Type of Resource:
(Scholarly
/Trade/Other)
Summary of essential
information:

Journal

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to
your research topic and
study:

Baileys review on the legal aspects of the early intervention process for the child as
well as the family will help to guide my research question and possibly answer why
there may be a lack of parent involvement in the early intervention process.

Stage of action research

where the source will be
used:

Data Collection/Analysis Methodology- The information provided includes laws that

affect the early intervention process and provides additional support for parents.
Findings/Conclusions-the findings discuss the effects of parent involvement in the
early intervention process.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my theory) of
the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process and the long
term effects.

Bailey reviews the early intervention process from a parents perspective and what is
needed to support the parent who essential supports the children during the early
intervention process. Bailey assess what families are legally entitled to with early
intervention services and provides recommendations.

Baileys focus on family involvement in the early intervention process allows me to

look not only at the family, early intervention specialist and teachers but brings in to
focus other key people in the early intervention process such as the child advocate

Article No. 6
Bib. Information
(APA Formatting):

Author(s) Affiliation:

Acar, Serra and Akamoglu. Yusuf (2012). Practices for Participation in Early
Intervention /Early Childhood Special Education. International Journal of Early
Childhood Special Education. http://www.intjecse.net/assets/upload/pdf/20150930191519_intjecse.pdf
Serra Acar - Center on Early Learning: PIECE, Project PEPI, Center on
Educator Preparation and Effectiveness Staff, Teaching Research Institute and
president of DEC Oregon
Yusuf, Akamoglu - University of Oregon,

Type of Resource:
(Scholarly
/Trade/Other)
Summary of essential
information:

Journal

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to
your research topic
and study:

Although both authors speak to the importance of family involvement in the

early intervention process, they view the specialist as the liaison between the
family and the school. My research will cover how the family will work with the
school and specialist to ensure that the childs needs are being covered in all
environments

Stage of action
research where the
source will be used:

Acar and Akamoglu identify the role of the family with children
that require early intervention services. Both view the parent
and the familys home environment as a constant in the childs
life. The role of the specialist is equally important in aiding the
child and the family. It is the responsibility of the practitioner to
keep a positive yet helpful relationship with the family

The research provided in this journal speaks to the importance of parent

participation. Additionally, the authors feel that it is the responsibility of the
specialist and teachers to reach out to the parents and find out what are the needs
of the family as well as the child.
Data Collection/Analysis Methodology- The information provided includes
statistical data of children between the ages of 3-5.
Findings/Conclusions-the findings discuss the effects of parent involvement in
the early intervention process.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my
theory) of the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process
and the long term effects.

Article No. 7
Bib. Information
(APA Formatting):

Sanabria-Hernandez, Lily M.S.Ed. (2008). RTI Action Network.

Engaging Families in Early Childhood Education.
http://www.rtinetwork.org/essential/family/engagingfamilies

Author(s) Affiliation:

Hofstra University, New York State Pyramid Model, Creator & Host of Master
Leadership Podcast, John Maxwell Team Company and Color Code

Type of Resource:
(Scholarly
/Trade/Other)
Summary of essential
information:

Article

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to
your research topic
and study:

Sanabria-Hernandez provides ways of involving families of

children that have learning disabilities. I believe that the

Stage of action
research where the
source will be used:

Sanabria-Hernandez reviews parent involvement and learning

as a whole. Her findings reveal that children academic
performance is much greater when there is family involvement.

Recognition and Response model that she speaks of will prove to be

helpful when involving parents in the early intervention process

It is important not to just inform families of their needed involvement in the

early intervention process. By including ways that they can be involved and
allowing parent to take part in their childs learning is one of the many keys to
success
Data Collection/Analysis Methodology- Informative ways of including families
in early intervention.
Findings/Conclusions-the findings discuss the effects of parent involvement in
the early intervention process.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my
theory) of the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process
and the long term effects.

Article No. 8
Bib. Information
(APA Formatting):

Edmondson, Rebecca. (no date). Parent-Professional Partnerships in Early

Intervention. In Pierce, P. (ed.) Baby Power: A Guide For Families For Using
Assistive Technology With Their Infants and Toddlers, Chapel Hill, NC: The
Center for Literacy and Disabilities Studies, University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill. http://www2.edc.org/NCIP/library/ec/power_2.htm

Author(s) Affiliation:

Rebecca Edmondson; Doctorate in School Psychology. Psychologist at the

Clinical Center for the Study of Development and Learning (CDL) and a
former Kindergarten teacher

Type of Resource:
(Scholarly
/Trade/Other)

Online Book

Summary of essential
information:

Edmondson discusses the importance of the family and professional partnership.

She outlines the many steps that a parent needs to take to ensure that their child
has a successful outcome with early intervention specialist. Additionally, she
reviews the many hurdles that parents encounter when choosing and working
with a specialist.

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)

Edmondson provides the reader with an understanding of the true definition of

parent-professional partnerships. Where everyone that is involved in the care of
the child has an equal and vital role in their development. This article will aide
my research by not placing all of the focus on the parent but including the
specialist as an important source.

Potential relevance to
your research topic
and study:

This article not only discusses the importance of parent involvement in the early
intervention process but it also includes the early interventionist as a vital
person in the growth and development of the child.

Stage of action
research where the
source will be used:

Data Collection/Analysis Methodology- Personal qualities necessary for

effective partnerships
Findings/Conclusions-the findings discuss the effects of parent involvement in
the early intervention process.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my
theory) of the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process

and the long term effects..

Article No. 9
Bib. Information
(APA Formatting):

Frost, Shelly. (2016). Our Every Day Life. Importance of parent

involvement in early childhood. Demand media inc.
http://oureverydaylife.com/importance-parent-involvementearly-childhood-5294.html

Author(s) Affiliation:

Shelley Frost has been writing parenting and education articles since 2007. Her
experience come from teaching, tutoring and managing educational after school
programs. Frost worked in insurance and software testing before becoming a
writer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education with a reading
endorsement.

Type of Resource:
(Scholarly
/Trade/Other)

Article

Summary of essential
information:

Frosts reviews the importance of parents being involved not only in their childs
early intervention services but also being involved in the childs classroom and
school experiences

Way in which this

source influences the
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning

This article helps me not to just look at the early intervention piece but the
parent/family involvement in the childs entire academic career

elementary)

Potential relevance to
your research topic
and study:

This article will provide me with alternate solutions that will not only increase
parent involvement in the early intervention process but could provide solutions
for parent involvement in other areas of the childs life that prove to be equally
important.

Stage of action
research where the
source will be used:

Data Collection/Analysis Methodology- Informative ways of including families

in early intervention.
Findings/Conclusions-the findings discuss the effects of parent involvement in
the early intervention process.
Implications/Action Planning- This article further supports the theory (my
theory) of the importance of family involvement in the early intervention process
and the long term effects.