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specialized terms are well-defined, however it does not include their
pronunciations, which would have been beneficial for those who do
not have a prior reference for the terminology used. Before the
index you will find a substantial list of resources starting on page
607 and continuing until page 622. The resource list is relevant for
anyone looking for additional contacts, information, services, and/or
support. References are offered at the end of each chapter.
Part 1, entitled "principles and practices in EI", includes three
chapters all written by Chen. These chapters each have a distinct
focus while allowing the overall themes of a family-centered
philosophy and evidence based practices. It is imperative for
professionals of any discipline to work in collaboration with the
family and/or caregiver in order to encourage follow through and
enhance the child's ability to reach his or her learning potential.
Chen describes essential concepts of EI, such as, transactional
model of development, family-centered philosophy, EI services,
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