Häftad, Engelska, 2026

Role of an Education Assistant

Supporting Inclusion

Av Mary Harber, Asha Rao

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Beskrivning

Now in its third edition, The Role of an Education Assistant provides research, anecdotes, and practical insights from leading scholars and professionals for navigating the complexities of the education assistant role, from collaborating with teachers and students in lesson planning to creating inclusive learning environments.Divided into four sections, The Role of an Education Assistant addresses professional standards, mental health and wellness, culture and diversity, and the challenge of supporting all students in the classroom. Drawing on the contributors' research and field experience alongside discussion questions that encourage student reflection, this updated third edition introduces two new chapters, one on observation and documentation and another on cultivating creativity, a new list of Indigenous resources, and an expanded preface.Featuring topical scholarship, an emphatically Canadian perspective, and timely case studies, this is a critical text for college and university students in education studies, education assistant programs, and professionals currently working in the field.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum: 2026-12-15
Mått: 152 x 229 x undefined mm
Format: Häftad
Språk: Engelska
Antal sidor: 355
Upplaga: 3
Förlag: Canadian Scholars
ISBN: 9781773385662

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Mer om författaren

Mary Harber, BA, BSW, MSW, has been a social worker and educator for the past 30 years, supporting individuals, families, and communities in the areas of substance use and prevention, trauma support, and creative intervention methods in practice. She has worked in the field of disabilities with a focus on healthy sexuality, social competence, and diverse learning needs. Mary is currently retired from post-secondary teaching but continues to work in the community and believes in the capacity of innovation and creativity to facilitate change.Asha Rao, MEd, MA, DVATI, has taught for over 22 years in elementary to post-secondary schools, locally and internationally. Her work is focused on inclusive education, health and wellness, and connecting communities through creativity and imagination. She believes in collaborating to create engaging, inclusive, and accessible learning environments. She is currently faculty in the Education Assistant and Community Support Program at Camosun College, Victoria, BC.

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"This book is a comprehensive and thoughtful collection of written work that reflects the needs in the field. The content is well structured with themes of trauma-informed and relational care. There is clear subject expertise and heart in this text." —Sheva Leon, Faculty, Community Studies, Mohawk College"This textbook has relevant, current, and meaningful ideas supporting the role of the Education Assistant. All educators would benefit from the information in this text as it includes topics such as supporting inclusion and supporting diverse students. The textbook information is concise and has thought-provoking questions for educators to reflect on while they learn. This textbook has been a meaningful source for my EA students as they continue to learn more about their role in classrooms." —Carley Reyner, Professor, Educational Support, Mohawk College"A practical introduction to the role of an Education Assistant with realistic discussions about the challenges and demands of supporting students in inclusive classrooms. Well-researched and easy to read. A variety of perspectives are provided and thoughtful questions for inquiry posed." —Karen Holman, Instructor, Education Assistant Program, Okanagan College

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