For additional information on paraeducator topics see
Selected Paraeducator References 1990 -
2008.
Robinson, S. E. (2007) Training Paraprofessionals of Students with Autism to Implement Pivotal Response Treatment Using a Video Feedback Training Package. Dissertation Abstracts International, 68 (10A), 4255. (UMI No. AAI3283763)
Klein, E.F. (2006). Training Paraprofessionals to Facilitate Social Interactions Between Children with Autism and their Typically Developing Peers. Dissertation Abstracts International, 68 (04A), 1409. (UMI AAI3263766)
Bingham, M. A. (2005). The effect of paraeducator training on the promotion of augmentative communication by students with severe communication disabilities. Dissertation Abstracts International, 66 (01A), 86. (UMI No. AAI3162078)
Tindall, D. W. S. (2005). The effects of three knowledge interventions on novice volunteer tutors' teaching performance with children with developmental disabilities in a motor development lab setting. Dissertation Abstracts International, 66 (05A), 101. (UMI No. AAI3175999)
Conti, A. M. (2004). A qualitative inquiry into the responsibilities and supports of paraeducators in special education. Dissertation Abstracts International, 65 (12A), 256. (UMI No. AAI3159330)
Hawkins, S. R. (2004). A study of the perceptions of special education teachers and paraeducators regarding the training of paraeducators (Washington, D.C.). Dissertation Abstracts International, 65 (08A), 82. (UMI No. AAI3142355)
Sandoval-Lucero, E. M. (2004). The role of self-efficacy in paraeducators' career decisions. Dissertation Abstracts International, 65 (07A), 246. (UMI No. AAI3138720)
Slider, N. J. (2004). Cost effective and sequential methods for teaching educational paraprofessionals to implement behavior management strategies in preschool classrooms. Dissertation Abstracts International, 65 (10A), 105. (UMI No. AAI3151852)
Wiese, B. J. (2004). Knowledge and skills for the utilization and supervision of paraeducators across Iowa: Trends in special education teacher preparation and inservice needs. Dissertation Abstracts International, 65 (07A), 153. (UMI No. AAI3139406)
Causton-Theoharis, J. N. (2003). Increasing interactions between students with severe disabilities and their peers via paraprofessional training. Dissertation Abstracts International, 64 (08A), 193. (UMI No. AAI3101362)
Ghere, G. S. (2003). Employing, directing, and supporting paraprofessionals in inclusive education programs for students with disabilities: A multi-site case study. Dissertation Abstracts International, 64 (01A), 254. (UMI No. AAI3078016)
Skulina, J. A. (2003). Paraprofessionals in general education environments: A comparison of parent perceptions and classroom observations. Dissertation Abstracts International, 64 (02A), 163. (UMI No. AAI3079390)
Walters-Remaly, M. A. (2003). A study of essential characteristics of paraeducators who work with students with severe/profound cognitive and/or multiple disabilities. Dissertation Abstracts International, 64 (03A), 346. (UMI No. AAI3085107)
Chopra, R. V. (2002). Parent-paraeducator collaboration in inclusion: Reality and issues. Dissertation Abstracts International, 63 (08A), 285. (UMI No. AAI3064080)
Devlin, P. A. (2002). The effect of continuous improvement training for teacher-paraprofessional teams on interaction and engagement of special education students in general education classrooms. Dissertation Abstracts International, 63 (09A), 125. (UMI No. AAI3065543)
Dover, W. F. (2001). Instructional management of paraeducators in inclusive classrooms: The perspectives of the teachers. Dissertation Abstract International, 62, no. 07A
Schonewise, E. A. (2001). The current training practices and perceived training needs of paraprofessionals in special education programs in Nebraska. Dissertation Abstracts International, 62 (05A), 228. (UMI No. AAI3015853)
Smith, S. D. (2000). From paraprofessional to credentialed teacher: Motivational factors that influence career pathways in special education. Dissertation Abstracts International, 61 (10A), 120. (UMI No. AAI9989819)
Stallings, C. F. (2000). The identification of paraprofessional training needs within the context of inclusive education. Dissertation Abstract International, 61, no. 06A
Ward, D. L. (2000). An investigation of the role of paraeducators with students with mild disabilities. Dissertation Abstract International, 61, no. 09A
Plagge, B. A. (1999). Dimensions of roles, responsibilities, training background and needs, policies, and procedures for paraeducators dealing with students with special needs. Dissertation Abstract International, 60, no. 12A
Milner, C. A. (1998). Paraprofessionals in inclusive classrooms: Working without a net (Mainstreaming) Dissertation Abstract International, 59 (05A), 1527. (University Microfilms No. AAG98-33557)
Perez, J. C. (1998) Investigating the effects of a paraprofessional teaching sharing behaviors to young children with special needs in an inclusive kindergarten classroom. Dissertation Abstracts International, 59 (08A), 2928. (University Microfilms No. AAG99-00965)
Rosness, L. D. (1998) Characteristics of successful paraeducator-to-teacher programs (Minority Teachers, Teacher Diversity). Dissertation Abstracts International, 59 (08A), 2934. (University Microfilms No. AAG99-00782)
Sullivan, K. O. (1998) Meeting the challenge of paraprofessional training: An application of the competence model. Dissertation Abstracts International, 59 (02B), 0889. (University Microfilms No. AAG98-24803)
Torres, R. L. (1998) Meeting the demands for quality teachers: A case study of bilingual paraprofessional-to-bilingual-teacher training program (Paraprofessional). Dissertation Abstracts International, 59 (06A), 1983. (University Microfilms No. AAG9838414)
Werts, M. G. (1998) Child academic engagement related to proximity of paraprofessionals (Students with Disabilities). Dissertation Abstract International, 59 (09A), 3407. (University Microfilms No. AAG99-06254)
D'Aquanni, M. M. (1997). The role of paraprofessionals in quality inclusive educational programs. (Teaching assistants) Dissertation Abstracts International, 58 (12A), 4613. (University Microfilms No. AAG98-20076)
Mueller, P. H. (1997). A study of the roles, training needs, and support needs of Vermont's paraeducators. Unpublished doctoral dissertation, University of Vermont.
Wallace, T. L. (1997). The role of paraprofessionals in effective transition programs (Youth, disabilities, school to work). Dissertation Abstracts International, 58 (07A), 2603. (University Microfilms No. AAG98-01024)
Prigge, D. J. (1996). Supervising the special education paraprofessional in inclusionary settings (Supervision). Dissertation Abstracts International, 57 (09A), 3893. (University Microfilms No. AAG97-04537
Riggs, C. G. (1996) Dimensions of the paraeducator experience: Facilitating the inclusion of children with identified special education needs in general education classes. Dissertation Abstracts International, 58 (03A), 0820. (University Microfilms no. AAG97-26182)
Doyle, M. B. (1995). A qualitative inquiry into the roles and responsibilities of paraeducators who support students with sever disabilities in inclusive classrooms. Dissertation Abstracts International, 56 (06A), 2198. (University Microfilms No. AAI95-34115)
Genzuk, S. M. (1995). Integration factors affecting commitment to educational and occupational goals for latino paraeducators (educational goals, minority students, retention, limited english proficient). Dissertation Abstract International, 57 (02A), 600. (University Microfilms No. AAI96-16962)
Reamer, R. B. (1995). The effects of video self-modeling and self-assessment training on the delivery of instructional strategies provided by paraeducators working with children with developmental delays. Dissertation Abstracts International, 56 (08A), 3061. (University Microfilms No. AAI95-42615)
Sullivan, J. P. (1995) The relationship between the actual role and ideal role of paraprofessionals in secondary schools (Urban education, High Schools, Teachers). Dissertation Abstracts International, 57 (10A), 4218. (University Microfilms No. AAG97-08201)
Lavadenz, M. C. (1994). Factors related to the teaching aspirations of chicano/latino paraprofessionals (Chicanos, Latinos). Dissertations Abstracts International. 55 (06A), 1532 (University Microfilms No. AAG05-75169)
Prest, G. S. (1993). A study of instructional assistants' job satisfaction and supervising teachers' leadership behavior. Dissertation Abstracts International, 54 (05A), 1670. (University Microfilms No. AAG93-28319)
Wickham, D. R. (1993). An investigation of paraprofessional training to facilitate the inclusion of young children with severe multiple disabilities and autism in community preschools (Mainstreaming). Dissertation Abstracts International, 55 (05A), 1186. (University Microfilms No. AAG94-25972)