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Book Synopsis Perceptions of Special Education Paraprofessionals Regarding Training by : Maria Ann Berecin-Rascon
Download or read book Perceptions of Special Education Paraprofessionals Regarding Training written by Maria Ann Berecin-Rascon and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: National shortages of special education teachers exist due to increased enrollments, retirements, and teacher attrition. In the Southwest, rapid population growth also contributes to the personnel shortage. Paraprofessionals may be a promising group of potential teachers (Smith, 2003; Tillery et al, 2003; White, 2004). Little research exists concerning the perceptions of paraprofessionals about their training and interest in teaching. This study investigated the perceptions of 48 paraprofessionals concerning training experiences in one Southwestern school district. A 46-item Paraprofessional Training Questionnaire sought opinions about preparation, types of training, the alignment of training with the competencies from the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), and the extent training and length of service were related to a desire to enter the field of education. Responses were analyzed using the SPSS System (2004). Data analysis for closed-ended questions presented response distribution among categories. Descriptive statements were used to clarify, summarize, and interpret the data. Cross tabulation tables assisted in identifying relationships between specific topics and the demographic characteristics of the respondents. Seventy-two percent of paraprofessionals reported being offered training opportunities to assist their work. Eighty-three percent reported the training they received assisted them. Training opportunities varied in topic, but were aligned with the CEC knowledge and skill competencies for special education paraprofessionals. Over 53.2% of the paraprofessionals reported they were Satisfied or Very Satisfied with the training opportunities provided. However, more training opportunities were desired by both beginning and experienced paraprofessionals. Opportunities to meet with supervising teachers varied, as did attendance at training which fostered collaborate relationships with teachers. The relationship between years of service and the desire to become a special education teacher was not statistically significant. However, paraprofessionals with fewer years of service were more interested in becoming teachers. This study provides local and state educational agencies with a framework for designing a supportive and defined infrastructure for implementing competency-based training programs for paraprofessionals, supporting special education teachers, and increasing the pool of qualified special education staff in the schools. Districts may find well-designed paraprofessional training programs could assist in meeting the need for a qualified special education teacher workforce.
Book Synopsis A Study of the Perceptions of Special Education Teachers and Paraeducators Regarding the Training of Paraeducators by : Shelley Renee Hawkins
Download or read book A Study of the Perceptions of Special Education Teachers and Paraeducators Regarding the Training of Paraeducators written by Shelley Renee Hawkins and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Perceptions of Special Education Paraprofessionals in the Inclusive and Self-contained Settings by : Zachary Dane Wigstrom
Download or read book Perceptions of Special Education Paraprofessionals in the Inclusive and Self-contained Settings written by Zachary Dane Wigstrom and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABSTRACT: There have been an increasing number of paraprofessionals hired to work in the public school system in the inclusion and self-contained settings. Paraprofessional perception of job roles varies greatly within the different educational facilities within the United States. The purpose of this study was to conduct a quantitative analysis on paraprofessionals in the inclusion and self-contained environment. Survey research was chosen for the method of research for this study as the researcher attempted to gain a deeper understanding of the perception of job role of paraprofessionals in the inclusion and self-contained settings. This quantitative study examined, described and interpreted the results of a survey given to paraprofessionals in the inclusion and self-contained settings measuring perception of job role. A total of 98 paraprofessionals from the inclusion and self-contained settings completed a 15 question Likert survey assessing their perception of job role within their setting. Five factors were identified and used as the framework of the study; these were identified as Instructional Role, Liaison Role, Personal Support Role, One-to-One Support Role, and School Support Role. The independent variable in this study was identified as setting; the dependent variable was identified as the paraprofessionals' perception of job role. The results from the survey indicated there is a difference in perception of job role in the area of school support. By identifying areas where a gap exists in perception between selfcontained and inclusion paraprofessionals, strategies related to this gap are provided in hopes of creating a more than productive learning environment for students.
Author :Council for Exceptional Children Publisher :Council For Exceptional Children ISBN 13 :0865865043 Total Pages :160 pages Book Rating :4.8/5 (658 download)
Book Synopsis What Every Special Educator Must Know by : Council for Exceptional Children
Download or read book What Every Special Educator Must Know written by Council for Exceptional Children and published by Council For Exceptional Children. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CEC wrote the book on special education ... literally. CEC s famous red book details the ethics, standards, and guidelines for special education preparation and practice. Delineating both knowledge and skill sets and individual content standards, What Every Special Educator Must Know is an invaluable resource for special education administrators, institutional faculty developing curriculum, state policy makers evaluating licensure requirements, and special educators planning their professional growth.
Book Synopsis The Paraprofessional's Guide to Effective Behavioral Intervention by : Betty Y. Ashbaker
Download or read book The Paraprofessional's Guide to Effective Behavioral Intervention written by Betty Y. Ashbaker and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-02-20 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Paraprofessional’s Guide to Effective Behavioral Intervention is a comprehensive guide to appropriate behavioral strategies in the classroom, based on the Least Restrictive Behavioral Intervention (LRBI) and Positive Behavioral Intervention Strategies (PBIS). This highly practical book provides: an increased understanding of the processes underlying student behavior in the classroom, including motivation a wide range of strategies for establishing and promoting positive behavior, as well as counteracting and reducing negative behaviors skills related to nationally recognized standards for paraprofessional competence an understanding of widely accepted principles and practices such as Response to Intervention (RTI). Set in the context of the legal requirements for paraprofessionals to work "under the direction of a professional" (ESEA) and be "appropriately supervised" (IDEA), The Paraprofessional’s Guide to Effective Behavioral Intervention illuminates research-based, practical strategies shown to be effective in a wide range of educational settings and which can be implemented immediately and with confidence.
Book Synopsis Special Education Teachers' Perceptions on the Performance of Their Paraprofessionals by : Chun-Pei Chen
Download or read book Special Education Teachers' Perceptions on the Performance of Their Paraprofessionals written by Chun-Pei Chen and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Surveying Supervision by : Maria Malachowski
Download or read book Surveying Supervision written by Maria Malachowski and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Educational legislation mandates that all students, including those with disabilities, be provided a free and appropriate public education (IDEA, 2004). Students with low-incidence disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorders and cognitive disabilities, may have challenging needs that often warrant additional support (i.e. a paraprofessional) to help them access the general education curriculum. As the number of students with disabilities in need of special education services grows, so does the use of paraprofessionals. However, it is known that training for paraprofessionals is very limited. While special education teachers are responsible for supervising the paraprofessional in the classroom, training in supervision for special education teachers is limited to non-existent. Effective supervision and teamwork through communication and shared goals have been shown to be key to a positive working and learning environment (Delvin, 2008; Carnahan et al., 2009; Lynch & Irvine, 2009). However, information about the supervision and teamwork between the supervising special education teacher and the paraprofessional and the subsequent impact on student outcomes is relatively unknown. Using survey methodology, this study aimed to find: (1) the amount of supervision education obtained by special educators, (2) how the amount of supervision education received by special educators related to perceptions of supervisory practices as measured by the Perceptions of Supervision survey (3) if there were significant differences in the perceptions of supervisory practices between paraprofessionals and their supervising special education teacher (SET), (4) what were the reported characteristics that made for successful supervisory practices from SETs' and paraprofessionals' perspectives, and (5) what was most effective and least effective to improving student outcomes (academic and social) with regard to supervision. A total of 107 participants (86 SETs and 21 paraprofessionals) completed the Perceptions of Supervision survey. Results indicated that supervision education is moderately to highly correlated to supervisory practices. There were also significant differences between SETs and paraprofessional in the areas of Evaluation and Performance Monitoring, Task Delegation, and Working Relationship. The selected sample of SETs and paraprofessionals who perceived successful supervisory practices generally matched the sample at large. Communication, feedback, and teamwork were noted as necessary components of supervision that impact student outcomes.
Book Synopsis Perceptions of the Roles of Paraprofessionals and Other Support Strategies to Assist Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom by : Chrystyna E. Sroka
Download or read book Perceptions of the Roles of Paraprofessionals and Other Support Strategies to Assist Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom written by Chrystyna E. Sroka and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The researcher completed this qualitative study to consider how paraprofessionals are used to support students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Both the paraprofessional's and teacher's perceptions of the roles of paraprofessionals in supporting students with disabilities are compared through the use of observations with embedded field notes and interviews. The study also examines other support strategies which are in place in order to support the students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Data collected from this observation was coded by sorting data by research question and then generating categories and then themes for the information. Paraprofessionals are found in close proximity to students with disabilities, supporting instruction during a majority of the observations. Other support strategies are observed however, the paraprofessional is used most frequently. The use of other support strategies may require additional training and modeling in order to be implemented more effectively.
Book Synopsis Perceived Roles of Paraprofessionals in Special Education Settings by : Grace Irene Ramseyer
Download or read book Perceived Roles of Paraprofessionals in Special Education Settings written by Grace Irene Ramseyer and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Perceptions of Novice Special Education Teachers on the Effectiveness of Pre-service Training by : Kristin Cercone
Download or read book Perceptions of Novice Special Education Teachers on the Effectiveness of Pre-service Training written by Kristin Cercone and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study was designed to examine novice special education teachers' perceptions on the effectiveness of pre-service training. The primary focus aimed to determine perceptions of novice special education teachers regarding the overall quality of pre-service special education certification programs, as well as the perceptions of novice special education teachers regarding the aspects of the special education training programs that could be improved in order to increase the overall quality of the certification experience. Six school districts in central and northeastern Pennsylvania participated in the study. Fourteen novice special educators began the online survey composed of demographic, Likert-scale, and open-ended questions, with twelve completing the study. Of the twelve who completed the study, five volunteered to participate in an interview. The study revealed that overall, novice special education teachers felt adequately prepared in the areas of teaching, assessment, professional credentials and employment, professional development, professional colleagues, para-educations, parents and families, and case management; however, there is still room for improvements to be made in pre-service training programs. Data collected from the open-ended and interview questions supported the perception that novice special education teachers felt they may need more training to handle special education paperwork, as well as to provide support in specific areas of special education which they did not feel sufficiently trained, such as life skills support, emotional support or hearing/vision support. Findings also suggested that teacher preparation programs could include more field experiences throughout the duration of the program in a variety of areas and settings.
Book Synopsis The SAGE Handbook of Special Education by : Lani Florian
Download or read book The SAGE Handbook of Special Education written by Lani Florian and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2013-12-18 with total page 1041 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of The SAGE Handbook of Special Education provides a comprehensive overview of special education, offering a wide range of views on key issues from all over the world. The contributors bring together up-to-date theory, research and innovations in practice, with an emphasis on future directions for the role of special education in a global context of inclusion. This brand new edition features: " New chapters on families, interagency collaboration and issues of lifelong learning " The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities " Policy reform proposals " Equity and social justice in education " The impact of new thinking on assessment " Issues and developments in classification " The preparation and qualifications that teachers need The Handbook′s breadth, clarity and academic rigour will make it essential reading for researchers and postgraduate students, and also for practitioners, teachers, school managers and administrators.
Book Synopsis Teachers' and Paraprofessionals' Opinions on Paraprofessional Training and Qualifications by : Danielle Schaar
Download or read book Teachers' and Paraprofessionals' Opinions on Paraprofessional Training and Qualifications written by Danielle Schaar and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paraprofessionals perform a wide range of duties in support of special education teachers, but they receive little or no formal training. This qualitative study utilized a cross-sectional survey to discover teachers' and paraprofessionals' opinions about paraprofessional training procedures. The study found that the participants find training important and necessary, but feel that the current level of training is generally inadequate.
Book Synopsis Paraprofessional Voices by : Carolina Julian
Download or read book Paraprofessional Voices written by Carolina Julian and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paraprofessionals, also known as paraeducators or teacher aides, have increasingly become a critical part of inclusive education. Most research on paraprofessionals centers on their roles and responsibilities, training, and supervision (Giangreco, Sutter, & Doyle, 2010); however, few studies have explored the influence of paraprofessionals’ perspectives in these areas on their perceived self-efficacy. Although Bandura’s (1994) four sources of self-efficacy have been widely applied to teacher training and development (Tschannen-Moran & Hoy, 2001; Tschannen-Moran & Hoy, 2007), few investigations have ascertained key sources of self-efficacy for paraprofessionals. This study recruited eleven paraprofessionals working for the New York City Department of Education (NYC DOE) to participate in two focus groups in order to gauge their perceptions on acquired skill level, the quantity and quality of their training, and the supervision and support provided by administrators, teachers, and colleagues. Participant responses revealed four primary themes with the following implications: (1) paraprofessionals desire comprehensive pre-service training and ongoing professional development alongside classroom teachers, (2) classroom teachers are key in paraprofessional success and should provide frequent feedback, (3) school administrators ought to offer development or advancement opportunities and take an active role to supervise paraprofessionals, and (4) paraprofessionals benefit from collegial relationships with peers for guidance and support. Using thematic analysis, the researcher found that verbal persuasion and vicarious experiences were the primary sources influencing paraprofessional success and self-efficacy. In light of the findings, recommendations are made to improve policy and practice.
Book Synopsis Differences in Administrators', Teachers', and Paraprofessionals' Perceptions of In-service Training Programs for Paraprofessionals by : Betty Louise Hardie
Download or read book Differences in Administrators', Teachers', and Paraprofessionals' Perceptions of In-service Training Programs for Paraprofessionals written by Betty Louise Hardie and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis An Examination of Training and Job Satisfaction Among Special Education Paraprofessionals by : Elizabeth Anne Hart
Download or read book An Examination of Training and Job Satisfaction Among Special Education Paraprofessionals written by Elizabeth Anne Hart and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Paraeducators' Perceptions of Their Responsibilities Based on the Utah Standards by : Mary E. Buynak
Download or read book Paraeducators' Perceptions of Their Responsibilities Based on the Utah Standards written by Mary E. Buynak and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Perceptions of Professional and Paraprofessional Staff as to the Quality of a Training Curriculum on the Care of Aging Individuals with Life-long Disabilities by : Lynn Joy McMunn
Download or read book Perceptions of Professional and Paraprofessional Staff as to the Quality of a Training Curriculum on the Care of Aging Individuals with Life-long Disabilities written by Lynn Joy McMunn and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
