Paraprofessionals in the Classroom: A Survival Guide

This guide explores the roles and duties of K-12 paraprofessionals in both general education and special education settings.
Using a straight-forward presentation,
Paraprofessionals in the Classroom: A Survival Guide, 2/e
covers topics such as behavior, teaching, assessment, and collaboration and outlines how paraprofessionals can support both students and teachers. Grounded in real classroom situations, it also addresses issues such as learner diversity, confidentiality, professionalism, role definition, and self- evaluation. This edition includes more details on supervision, new tactics for behavior management, and tear-out forms designed to help paraprofessionals manage their daily tasks.
Features a straight-forward presentation
that avoids research jargon and emphasizes practical applications.
Includes additional activities at the end of each chapter
called
Extending Your Learning
.
Case Studies
along with
descriptions and follow-up questions
expose readers to real-life classroom scenarios
.
Encourages readers to personalize chapter material
by offering
Reflective Activities
in each chapter.
araprofessionals manage their daily tasks.
Book details

Publisher:
Pearson; 2 edition (February 8, 2012)
Publication Date:
February 8, 2012
Language:
English
ASIN:
B007HDPTNQ