Investigating School Psychology

Investigating School Psychology

Author: Michael I. Axelrod

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2024-06-03

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1040029566

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Investigating School Psychology provides a fascinating exploration of the field of school psychology through the lens of pseudoscience and fringe science. Contributions from leaders in the fields of school psychology, clinical psychology, and education honor the role of science in the field while also exploring and guarding against the harms that pseudoscience can cause. School psychology and, more broadly, the field of education are particularly susceptible to pseudoscience, fads, and maintaining the status quo by resisting the adoption of new ideas. Using an exhaustive review of the current literature, this book discusses various concepts in school psychology that have been largely discredited and many practices that continue to exist with little to no scientific support. Each chapter helps differentiate between dubious and evidence-based approaches while providing a useful resource for practicing school psychologists and educators to distinguish between science and pseudoscience in their everyday work with children. The book’s discussion of the harmful nature of pseudoscience in school psychology is inclusive of all students, such as students with disabilities, those diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders, those with academic problems, and all other children in schools. Investigating School Psychology is valuable supplemental reading in undergraduate and graduate courses in education and school psychology and is also a beneficial reference for practicing school psychologists to distinguish between science and pseudoscience in their practice.


Handbook of Social and Emotional Learning

Handbook of Social and Emotional Learning

Author: Joseph A. Durlak

Publisher: Guilford Publications

Published: 2016-10-26

Total Pages: 657

ISBN-13: 1462527914

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The burgeoning multidisciplinary field of social and emotional learning (SEL) now has a comprehensive and definitive handbook covering all aspects of research, practice, and policy. The prominent editors and contributors describe state-of-the-art intervention and prevention programs designed to build students' skills for managing emotions, showing concern for others, making responsible decisions, and forming positive relationships. Conceptual and scientific underpinnings of SEL are explored and its relationship to children's and adolescents' academic success and mental health examined. Issues in implementing and assessing SEL programs in diverse educational settings are analyzed in depth, including the roles of school- and district-level leadership, teacher training, and school-family partnerships.


Professional Development and Supervision of School Psychologists

Professional Development and Supervision of School Psychologists

Author: Virginia Smith Harvey

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2008-04-25

Total Pages: 545

ISBN-13: 145229481X

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"A highly significant contribution on best practices in the supervision of school psychologists. Essential reading for school psychologists who are new to the role of supervisor and an important source of guidance for experienced supervisors." —Susan Jacob, Professor of School Psychology Central Michigan University "The most comprehensive look at issues facing supervisors of school psychologists today, and a tremendous asset in bringing the field to the next level of competency." —Sharon Gorenstein, School Psychologist Baltimore City Public School System, MD Acquire the values, attitudes, and skills to effectively supervise school psychologists! Skilled and well-trained school psychologists are critical to students′ well-being and academic success. This second and substantially revised edition of Effective Supervision in School Psychology comprehensively addresses the administrative and clinical supervision skills necessary for school psychologists to thrive and offers guidelines for fostering the growth of both new and seasoned professionals. The authors discuss school psychologists′ expanding roles in offering prevention and intervention services, using evidence-based practices, and demonstrating measurable outcomes to help schools meet legal mandates for accountability. This new edition also has an increased focus on system-based delivery, multicultural issues, and clinical supervision. Chapters provide school psychologists, staff developers, and school and district administrators with: Multiple vignettes illustrating the principles presented Tools for assessing supervisor effectiveness, including ready-to-use questionnaires and evaluation forms Methods for evaluating professional growth Sample supervisory dilemmas and reflection questions for individual or group study Effective supervision facilitates the essential ongoing professional development—and enhanced competency—of school psychologists. Based on the most current research, this practical guide helps school leaders meet the needs of new and veteran school psychologists through effective mentoring, clinical supervision, and administrative support.


Professional Development and Supervision of School Psychologists

Professional Development and Supervision of School Psychologists

Author: Virginia Smith Harvey

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2008-04-29

Total Pages: 545

ISBN-13: 141295326X

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Essential for fostering the professional development and enhanced competency of school psychologists, this book discusses administrative and clinical supervision and offers vignettes, assessment tools, and methods for evaluating professional growth.


School Psychology

School Psychology

Author: Jack Irving Bardon

Publisher: Prentice Hall

Published: 1974

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13:

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School psychologists are specialists in a branch of applied psychology, dealing with real people--in this case, children in general and in individual pupils in interaction with a specific school--but with knowledge of research and theory applicable to these subjects. School psychologists work with people on problems that stem directly from schools: problems presented by pupils of all ages, teachers, school administrators, parents, boards of education, and community agencies such as the police, mental health, child protection and welfare agencies. A school psychologist must understand the factors that influence human behavior, and use psychology to facilitate the school's effort to educate children. This book looks at the distinctive features of the practice of school psychology.


Implementing Evidence-Based Academic Interventions in School Settings

Implementing Evidence-Based Academic Interventions in School Settings

Author: Sylvia Rosenfield

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2009-02-26

Total Pages: 734

ISBN-13: 0195325354

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Designed for both researchers and practitioners, this book is a guide to bridging the gap between the knowledge generated by scientific research and application of that knowledge to educational practice. With the emphasis on evidence-based practice in the schools growing exponentially, school practitioners must learn how to understand, judge, and make use of the research being produced to full effect. Conversely, researchers must understand what is being used in "real-world" settings, and what is still needed.The editors of this book have outlined this process as a series of steps, beginning with being a critical consumer of current research literature, followed by concepts to consider in translating research into practice: systems issues at local, district, and state levels; the role of teachers in program implementation; evaluation of implementation effectiveness, and preservice and inservice professional development of teachers and psychologists. Each chapter is written by leaders on the topic, and contributors include both researchers and school-based practitioners.With contributing authors from a variety of disciplines, this book is an invaluable treatise on current understanding of the complexities of translating research into educational practice.


Promoting the Educational Success of Children and Youth Learning English

Promoting the Educational Success of Children and Youth Learning English

Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2017-08-25

Total Pages: 529

ISBN-13: 0309455405

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Educating dual language learners (DLLs) and English learners (ELs) effectively is a national challenge with consequences both for individuals and for American society. Despite their linguistic, cognitive, and social potential, many ELsâ€"who account for more than 9 percent of enrollment in grades K-12 in U.S. schoolsâ€"are struggling to meet the requirements for academic success, and their prospects for success in postsecondary education and in the workforce are jeopardized as a result. Promoting the Educational Success of Children and Youth Learning English: Promising Futures examines how evidence based on research relevant to the development of DLLs/ELs from birth to age 21 can inform education and health policies and related practices that can result in better educational outcomes. This report makes recommendations for policy, practice, and research and data collection focused on addressing the challenges in caring for and educating DLLs/ELs from birth to grade 12.