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Strand A, Session 1: Legal and Ethical Issues Concerning Paraeducator Assignment, Training, and Supervision
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| Abstract: |
This session will address some of the current legal and ethical issues involving the employment, supervision, and training of paraeducators. Topics will focus on clarifying the appropriate role of paraeducators who assist with instruction. Criteria for developing appropriate job descriptions for paraprofessionals and teachers will be shared. This session will also address a foundation for effective teamwork and communication. (11792)
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April 2, 2009 / 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Public Policy
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| Leaders: |
Kent Gerlach, Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA
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TBD
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Strand A, Session 2: Paraeducator Supervision: What Administrators and Teachers Need to Know
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| Abstract: |
IDEA and NCLB state that paraprofessionals who assist in the delivery of instruction must be "appropriately supervised." What does "appropriate supervision" mean? What are the ethical and legal issues that need to be addressed? What are the duties of a teacher or principal when a paraeducator assists with instruction? (11793)
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| Date/Time: |
April 2, 2009 / 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Public Policy
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| Leaders: |
Teri Wallace, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
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| Presenters: |
TBD
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Strand A, Session 3: Avoiding the “Velcro Effect”: Determining When a Student Requires Paraeducator Support
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| Abstract: |
One of the primary mechanisms employed to support students with more significant disabilities in inclusionary settings has been the assignment of paraeducators, also referred to as "One-to-One" Assistants. Recent research into this service delivery model has highlighted the negative impact on students when an overreliance on paraeducator support exists and when the paraeducator assumes too much responsibility for the student (i.e., the “Velcro Effect”). (11794)
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| Date/Time: |
April 2, 2009 / 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Public Policy
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| Leaders: |
Patricia Mueller, Evergreen Educational Consulting, L.L.C., Jericho, VT
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| Presenters: |
TBD
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Strand A, Session 4: Training Paraeducators: Addressing the Issues, Knowing the Options
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| Abstract: |
Districts face several perplexing issues as they prepare to train paraeducators. This session lists the issues, provides options, and considers how some districts have addressed the issues. (11795)
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| Date/Time: |
April 2, 2009 / 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Public Policy
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| Leaders: |
Ritu Chopra, The PAR²A Center, University of Colorado, Denver
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| Presenters: |
Nancy French, University of Colorado, Denver
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| Session: |
Strand A, Session 5: Establishing Policies and Creating Systems That Strengthen Teacher and Paraeducator Teams
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| Abstract: |
The effective use of paraeducator and teacher teams is contingent upon multiple factors. These include leadership, policy development, stakeholder involvement in the establishment of policies and personnel practices, quality professional development, funding and technical assistance, widespread dissemination, and ongoing system monitoring. These components will be discussed and participants will learn strategies to promote collaborative efforts among state and local administrators and personnel developers to build sustainable infrastructures. (11796)
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| Date/Time: |
April 2, 2009 / 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Lecture
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| Topic Area: |
Public Policy
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| Leaders: |
Marilyn Likins, National Resource Center for Paraprofessionals/Utah State University, Logan
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| Presenters: |
TBD
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