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ERIC Number: EJ953637
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011-Jun
Pages: 10
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1077-5315
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Psychosocial Impact of Training and Work Experience on EFNEP Paraprofessionals
Hibbs, Judy; Sandmann, Lorilee
Journal of Extension, v49 n3 Article 3FEA4 Jun 2011
Although considerable data has been gathered documenting impact of local EFNEP programs on enrolled participants, little documentation exists concerning the effect of EFNEP on paraprofessionals conducting these programs. The qualitative study reported here identifies types of psychosocial change in paraprofessionals resulting from EFNEP training and work experience. Identified areas of change include skill development, community status, relationships with family/community, ways of viewing others, increased caring for others, and increased self-esteem. Factors contributing to change include paraprofessionals' indigenous status, personal identification with work, training, support, and work experiences. These findings have implications for the hiring, training, and support of paraprofessionals. (Contains 2 tables.)
Extension Journal, Inc. e-mail: joe-ed@joe.org; Web site: http://www.joe.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A