Ask The Educators

In this episode, Bud and Jacobson present the 5-C Model of Communication, an original communication framework, which they first introduced in their book Navigating Special Education, the Power of Building Positive Parent-Educator Partnerships. During this podcast, they discuss the key components of their model: conversations, collaboration, cooperation, compromise, and consensus. Using their framework ensures everyone’s voice is heard and valued, which will help parents be active participants in the IEP process.

What is Ask The Educators?

Peggy Bud and Tamara Jacobson are the voices behind Ask the Educators, bringing together over 60 years of experience as teachers and administrators. They believe that the child’s voice must be at the center of all conversations. Best practices highlight the importance of parents and educators building a strong, positive partnership to support student success.

Each episode of Ask the Educators takes a deep dive into relevant 21st Century topics. Through animated conversations, Peggy and Tamara break down the what, why, and how of each podcast by sharing their expertise and professional knowledge. They leave their listeners with practical, easy-to-use strategies to foster collaboration within the child’s community of practice. The purpose of each podcast is to equip parents and educators with tools and perspectives that can help ensure each child receives the support they need.