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Traumatic Brain Injury: Perspectives from Educational Professionals J. Darrell Mohr and Lyndal M. Bullock, Preventing School Failure (Heldref Publications) (page 4 of 4) Page 4 of 4

Conclusion

Although the research base regarding school-aged children with TBI is extensive and has produced many valuable resources for educators, whether that information is reaching adequate numbers of school personnel remains questionable. It is clear that educators see the importance of obtaining the best training available and are eager to learn more in order to offer the best support possible to students and their families. We must continue to work to find effective ways of preparing educators to meet the diverse needs of students with TBI.

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APPENDIX
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Questionnaire

Using the scale provided, please rate the following items with regard to supporting students with TBI:

1. In your opinion, how prepared are typical teachers today when it comes to effectively supporting students who are recovering from TBI?

Uncertain 1
Not at all 2
Somewhat 3
Very 4
Extremely 5

2. In your opinion, how important would it be to have college courses within teacher preparation programs that develop an understanding of neuroanatomy and neuropsychology?

Uncertain 1
Not at all 2
Somewhat 3
Very 4
Extremely 5

3. In terms of priorities within your district/school, how important is a TBI support team providing training and assistance for those educators working with students who have experienced TBI?

Uncertain 1
Not at all 2
Somewhat 3
Very 4
Extremely 5

4. In your opinion, how useful would a clearinghouse on TBI information to facilitate educator awareness be?

Uncertain 1
Not at all 2
Somewhat 3
Very 4
Extremely 5

5. In your opinion, how intimidated would you be to learn that a student would be returning to your class/school after weeks of rehabilitation following a severe TBI?

Uncertain 1
Not at all 2
Somewhat 3
Very 4
Extremely 5

From Preventing School Failure, Summer 2005. Heldref Publications. www.heldref.org.

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