ERIC Number: EJ906005
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010-Nov
Pages: 18
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ISSN: ISSN-0158-037X
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A Conceptual Model for Supporting Para-Teacher Learning in an Indian Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)
Raval, Harini; McKenney, Susan; Pieters, Jules
Studies in Continuing Education, v32 n3 p217-234 Nov 2010
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are being recognized globally for their influential role in realizing the UN Millennium Development Goal of education for all in developing countries. NGOs mostly employ untrained para-educators for grassroots activities. The professional development of these teachers is critical for NGO effectiveness, yet para-teacher learning in such contexts is rarely researched. To facilitate much-needed research on para-teacher professional development, this article offers a contextually relevant on- the-job learning model for para-teachers. The model suggests that para-educators can effectively learn when their work and learning are integrated by systematizing a simple daily cyclical routine of lesson planning, enactment and reflection for everyday instruction. It also suggests other supports to stimulate learning alongside the cyclical routine. (Contains 2 figures.)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Nongovernmental Organizations, Models, Lesson Plans, Workshops, Coaching (Performance), Barriers, Program Descriptions, Elementary Schools, Reflection, Learning Activities, Educational Principles, Reflective Teaching, On the Job Training, Inservice Education, Staff Development, Teacher Aides, Developing Nations, Educational Development, Educational Policy, Microteaching, Staff Role
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Adult Education; Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: India
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