The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-I, 2004) stated,

(1) the parents of a child with a disability must be afforded an opportunity to participate in (IEP) meetings with respect to (i) the identification, evaluation, and educational placement of the child; and (ii) the provision of FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) to the child.

Explain why parental involvement is important in the evaluation and IEP development process, aside from being required by IDEA-I (2004).
How can Special Education teachers ensure parental involvement and enhance the quality of that involvement?
Identify four to five effective strategies when communicating with parents regarding the provision of Special Education services for their children. How will know if you are effective?
Explain how you will adhere to CEC standards of ethical practice when communicating with parents.

Support your statements with evidence