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Laing, Hugh B. – Instructor, 1972
Author discusses attitudes and problems he encountered when a parental assistance program was initiated in his school. (RB)
Descriptors: Administrators, Community Attitudes, Nonprofessional Personnel, Parent Attitudes
Brownley, Margaret; And Others – Instructor, 1981
This three-part guide explains to elementary teachers how to recruit, train, and effectively use aides and volunteers in the classroom. (SJL)
Descriptors: Class Organization, Elementary Education, Guidelines, Recruitment
Jackson, Audrey – Instructor, 1977
A fifth-grade teacher in Kansas City, Missouri, wanted volunteers in her classroom--to help her individualize instruction, work with students who have emotional problems, and allow her more time to plan her instruction. But when two adults volunteered to help, she couldn't think of anything specific for them to do. Here are suggestions for…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Teachers, Program Descriptions, Student Volunteers
Instructor, 1982
Programs that involve the help of volunteers (parents, older adults, community members) in the elementary school classroom are described. Tips for starting a volunteer program are provided. (CJ)
Descriptors: Career Exploration, Elementary Education, Older Adults, Parent Participation
Ianni, Mary Ellen; Strachan, Margaret Pitcairn – Instructor, 1973
Describes a seven-week unit on Sensitivity to the Aging Process'' for elementary students, and a program which utilizes retired persons as classroom aides. (SP)
Descriptors: Age, Age Differences, Elementary School Students, Older Adults
