{"product_id":"engaging-families-in-higher-education-lessons-learned-and-best-practices-9781032183688","title":"Engaging Families in Higher Education: Lessons Learned and Best Practices","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eParents and families are increasingly important partners in supporting students in enrolling and navigating the college experience. This book provides a solid foundation for establishing or enhancing parent and family initiatives and explores ways to make programming accessible for first-generation families and underrepresented groups. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 202 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 04 July 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn today's colleges and universities, parents and families play an increasingly vital role as partners in supporting students throughout their enrollment and navigating the college experience. Designed specifically for higher education professionals who work closely with the families of college students, this comprehensive book offers a solid foundation for establishing or enhancing parent and family initiatives within an institution. The chapter authors, seasoned professionals with extensive experience in higher education, share valuable best practices and relevant research related to partnering with families and addressing the challenges that arise in engaging with them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapters delve into various strategies for making parent and family programming accessible to first-generation families and families from underrepresented groups, who may often feel excluded from traditional activities, programs, and services. Voices from the Field provide practical insights and experiences, while Tough Talks address challenging interactions between families and students and staff.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book serves as a valuable resource for higher education and student affairs professionals who aim to strengthen their work with families in order to better support student success in college. By leveraging the expertise and insights shared within its pages, professionals can develop effective strategies and programs that foster strong partnerships between families and institutions, ultimately contributing to the overall success of their students.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 340g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 152 x 229 x 15 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032183688\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44330594533626,"sku":"9781032183688","price":35.21,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1688745400968_book.jpg?v=1688975683","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/engaging-families-in-higher-education-lessons-learned-and-best-practices-9781032183688","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}