The study's three main criterion measures were: (1) estimates of children's predominant mood state; (2) judgments about a child's predominant within-session mode of expression; and (3) aides' ratings of session satisfaction. Both predominant mood and mode of expression differed for children with different initial referral problems. (Author)

Describes two projects that train older adults to work as classroom teacher aids in day care centers. Two phases of their experiential learning method are described: (1) participants used art media to understand the child's creative learning process, and (2) participants designed arts activities and worked with young children in a day care center.…

In pointing out the problems involved in evaluation by administrators, the author presents a strong argument for collegial evaluation and presents a proposal outlining a flexible system for peer evaluation of teachers. (MD)

This training guide has been developed and written primarily for Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinators (SENCOs) in primary, secondary and special schools who manage the work of teaching assistants. It will also be of interest to other senior teachers or advisory staff who lead training in the area of behaviour management. There has been a…

This listing contains numerical/statistical data on support personnel in Pennsylvania for 2003-04 as reported by school districts, intermediate units, area vocational-technical schools, charter schools, and consortium-operated alternative high schools that employ staff (e.g., Washington County Alternative School). Support personnel are grouped…

The investigator sought to assess the ability of a traditional practicum to ameliorate attitudes and behaviors that predisposed trainees to behave dogmatically; to strengthen those attitudes that allow them to respond openly; and to determine what types of activities promoted these changes most efficiently. (Author)

A model designed first to identify and encourage available resources and then to provide consultation and direct services within the school is described. An example of how the model was utilized to respond to a crisis situation within a particular elementary school is given. The resulting program is then evaluated and implications for future…

A critical look at some attempts to solve educational problems, along with some suggestions for improving the use of educational consultants. The pros and cons of team teaching, teacher aides, and individualized instruction are discussed. (ST)

Describes a cooperative program for the training of paraprofessionals for the human services area. (JS)

Describes a visit to a British primary school and discusses the observed interaction between student and teacher. Discusses how teacher aides and self-instructional materials help the teacher divide students according to interest and readiness. (Author/DN)

Good cooperation from urban day care center and 6 elementary schools helps to provide training laboratories for home economics students. (Editor)

Discusses a multi-level system through which an individual rises to his level of career potential and achievement; this system is being partially instituted by Temple University, Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Board of Education in their Veterans in Public Service program. (JM)