ERIC Number: EJ1406895
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 11
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ISSN: ISSN-1045-988X
EISSN: EISSN-1940-4387
The Effects of Practice-Based Coaching on Paraprofessional Implementation of Shared Book Reading Strategies
Lindsay Dennis; Jennifer Eldridge; Nanette C. Hammons; Audrey Robbins; Taryn Wade
Preventing School Failure, v68 n1 p70-80 2024
High-quality professional development can lead to increased and sustained implementation of evidence-based practices. This study examined the effects of practice-based coaching paired with scripted supports on a paraeducator's use of shared book reading strategies. Indirectly evaluated were impacts on the expressive and receptive vocabulary knowledge of one preschool child with a language delay. Employing a single-case design method, the paraeducator was trained on three strategies (i.e., question/evaluate, expansions, and repeat) embedded within the context of shared book reading. Results indicated the paraeducator implemented the strategies with fidelity, corresponding child-level data was also positive. The paraeducator reported feeling more confident in her ability to implement the strategies. Implications for future research are discussed.
Descriptors: Paraprofessional School Personnel, Reading Strategies, Coaching (Performance), Professional Development, Program Effectiveness, Program Implementation, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Reading Instruction
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education
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Language: English
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