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ERIC Number: EJ619781
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0040-0599
Ask the Paraprofessionals: What Are Your Training Needs?
Riggs, Cathryn G.
TEACHING Exceptional Children, v33 n3 p78-83 Jan-Feb 2001
This study examined the perceived training needs of school paraprofessionals using a survey of approximately 200 paraprofessionals, analysis of written responses by 150 paraprofessional conference attendees, and interviews with 20 paraprofessionals from several school districts. Respondents expressed a need for training in knowledge of specific disabilities, behavior management, working with other adults, and inclusive practices. (Contains references.) (DB)
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Interviews, Needs Assessment, Paraprofessional School Personnel, Surveys, Training
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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