The Training and Support Needs of Paraprofessionals in Rural Special Education.
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| Title: | The Training and Support Needs of Paraprofessionals in Rural Special Education. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Passaro, Perry D. |
| Source: | Rural Special Education Quarterly. Fall 1994 13(4):3-9. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 7 |
| Publication Date: | 1994 |
| Document Type: | Reports - Research Journal Articles |
| Descriptors: | Administrator Attitudes, Competence, Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Education, Job Satisfaction, Job Training, Paraprofessional School Personnel, Rural Education, Rural Schools, Special Education Teachers, Supervision, Training Methods |
| Geographic Terms: | North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming |
| ISSN: | 8756-8705 |
| Abstract: | Two surveys of rural paraprofessionals, teachers, and administrators in special education identified paraprofessionals' perceived training and support needs, current training requirements for special education paraprofessionals, and effective methods of providing training in rural areas. Results encompass demographics, extent and quality of supervision, retention issues, previous training, and training needs. Bar graphs detail paraprofessional and supervisor ratings of paraprofessional competencies. (RAH) |
| Entry Date: | 1995 |
| Accession Number: | EJ495401 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Two surveys of rural paraprofessionals, teachers, and administrators in special education identified paraprofessionals' perceived training and support needs, current training requirements for special education paraprofessionals, and effective methods of providing training in rural areas. Results encompass demographics, extent and quality of supervision, retention issues, previous training, and training needs. Bar graphs detail paraprofessional and supervisor ratings of paraprofessional competencies. (RAH) |
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| ISSN: | 8756-8705 |
