Applying Maslow's Hierarchy to the Parent/Teacher Relationship

Author(s)

Deanna L. Keith Dr., Liberty UniversityFollow
Lucinda S, Spaulding, Liberty UniversityFollow

Publication Date

11-2011

Document Type

Conference Presentation

Disciplines

Education

Comments

Presented at the Virginia Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children.. Nov. 2011.

Abstract

We examine the parent/teacher relationship through Maslow’s (1943) Hierarchy of Needs, which theorizes that physiological and safety needs must be met before someone feels a sense of belonging, and that sense of belonging and esteem are needed for self-actualization (reaching one’s full potential). We discuss ways to meet the basic needs of parents with the purpose of fostering positive collaborative partnerships between parents and special education teachers.

Recommended Citation

Keith, Deanna L. Dr. and Spaulding, Lucinda S,, "Applying Maslow's Hierarchy to the Parent/Teacher Relationship" (2011). Faculty Publications and Presentations. 214.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/educ_fac_pubs/214