Tiers 1, 2 & 3 Intervention: Parent & Family Involvement

Authors

Jenna Strawhun, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Amber Olson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Elisabeth J. Kane, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Reece L. Peterson, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow

Document Type

Learning Object

Date of this Version

11-2014

Citation

Strategy brief

Building and Sustaining Student Engagement series (November 2014)

Barkley Center, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Abstract

Conclusion

Parental involvement includes several factors related to parenting style/practices, communication, learning at home, volunteering, community collaboration, and parent decision-making using relevant data. Parental involvement has been shown to be an effective tool for increasing student engagement in the form of increased academic performance and adherence to behavior expectations. Research should extend to examining the effects of parent involvement for minority students and highlighting the specific factors that compose “parent involvement” and their influence on outcomes. Specific strategies to promote parent involvement should incorporate professional development for teachers, parent input regarding family-based needs, and multicultural considerations.

See related Strategy Briefs on: Student Engagement, and Staff Student Relationships.