The Educational Assistant’s Guide to Supporting Inclusion in a Diverse Society, 2nd Edition

The tools every EA needs to help each child reach their full potential The Educational Assistant’s Guide to Supporting Inclusion in a Diverse Society is an accessible, practical guide to acquiring the key skills and knowledge you need to be an effective, professional enhancement to the classroom. Chock-full of pro tips, tricks, tools, and tales from EAs who understand the importance of an individualized, holistic approach to student learning, The Educational Assistant’s Guide is your introduction to the many and varied roles and responsibilities of the effective EA. Updates for the second edition include five new chapters, a core-skills focus, targeted instructional strategies, EA wellness assessments, and more. Gain foundational knowledge that will make you an invaluable addition to any classroom team: Canada’s legal commitments to diversity and inclusion AI and other assistive technologies in the classroom The argument for inclusive education Societal issues affecting students The basics of universal design for learning Proven methods of supporting learning and inquiry Scaffolding instruction for all learners Applications of assistive technologies Techniques for observing and documenting student progress Positive guidance strategies for challenging behaviours Relevant research on the brain, self-esteem, stress and trauma, resiliency, and multiple intelligences Effective communication, advocacy, and relationship-building strategies Strategies for problem-solving and professional growthThe Educational Assistant’s Guide to Supporting Inclusion in a Diverse Society 2nd Edition is written by Carole Massing; Bonnie Anderson; Carol Anderson; Sarah Dewhurst and published by Brush Education. ISBNs for The Educational Assistant’s Guide to Supporting Inclusion in a Diverse Society are 9781550599602, 1550599607 and the print ISBNs are 9781550599589, 1550599585.