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/ecovers 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 presentationthat avoids research jargon and emphasizes practical applications.Includes additional activities at the end of each chaptercalledExtending Your Learning.Case Studiesalong withdescriptions and follow-up questionsexpose readers to real-life classroom scenarios.Encourages readers to personalize chapter materialby offeringReflective Activitiesin each chapter.araprofessionals manage their daily tasks.Book detailsPublisher:Pearson; 2 edition (February 8, 2012)Publication Date:February 8, 2012Language:EnglishASIN:B007HDPTNQ