Disputes are typically first seen by educators and parents at the local level. Over the past 15 years, more than 600 people have completed various dispute resolution trainings throughout Iowa. This has resulted in a strong statewide culture of early dispute prevention and resolution has resulted in very low numbers of complaints and due process requests. This session will provide participants with a summary of Iowa’s efforts to engage parents and train educators in resolving disagreements collaboratively as well as discuss the possibilities for future improvements.
The Center for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education
Supporting the prevention and resolution of disputes through partnership and collaboration
