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An Overview of The Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms, Second Edition

View this slide deck for a comprehensive overview of The Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms, Second Edition. This slide deck outlines interior features of the book, describes new content, and highlights online companion materials. Read More

The Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms, Second Edition Excerpt

Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms, Second Edition  to get a preview of Chapter One. Read More

10 questions paraprofessionals should ask before working with a student

Learn 10 questions to ask as a paraprofessional before working with a student. Read More

Author Q&A with Julie Causton and Kate MacLeod – The Paraprofessional’s Handbook

For new and experienced paraprofessionals looking to excel in their complex, multi-faceted role, the upcoming second edition of The Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms is their one-stop professional resource. We recently asked authors Julie Causton and Kate MacLeod about what’s new in this updated edition and their advice for paraprofessionals struggling with today’s educational realities during COVID-19. Read More

6 Brookes Authors Offer Tips on Keeping Parents Engaged This Fall (Whether School Buildings Open or Not)

We don’t know yet what school will look like after summer break, but Brookes authors Paula Kluth, Jen Alexander, Loui Lord Nelson, Nicole Eredics, Elizabeth Potts, and Jennifer Mahdavi have shared some great parent engagement tips you can use no matter what learning plan is adopted in your district this fall. Read More

A Permission Slip for Teachers

Check out this permission slip for teachers with tips from Julie Causton! Read More

A Permission Slip for Parents

Check out this permission slips for Parents with tips from Julie Causton! Read More

Inclusive ECE Classrooms and The Project Approach Webinar

In this webinar, Project Approach and Special Education experts Drs. Sallee Beneke and Michaelene Ostrosky, will share insights into the potential of the Project Approach to support young learners in inclusive classrooms. They will review strategies and share examples and resources for meeting the educational needs of young children with diverse abilities through the Project Approach. Read More

Inclusive ECE Programs and Educator EQ: Strategies for Developing Teachers’ Emotional Intelligence Webinar

In this webinar, presented by Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak, we'll explore the role Emotional Intelligence plays in forming strong relationships with children with diverse abilities. Specifically, we’ll explore five practical strategies for raising the EQ of those desiring more inclusive and blended practices. The strategies are designed to increase self-awareness, self-regulation, social-awareness, situational-awareness, and spirituality. Read More

Measuring the Quality of Inclusive Programs

How can programs measure the quality of their inclusive classrooms? This session from the 2018 QRIS BUILD Conference focused on the efforts of local communities to determine the quality of inclusive practices at QRIS sites using The Inclusive Classroom Profile (ICP). Participants were provided an overview of the pilot projects used and resources for utilizing the ICP at their own sites. Read More