This engaging new text introduces the field of school psychology, providing an accessible overview of an essential and in-demand profession. It covers a comprehensive range of topics, including historical, cultural, professional, legal, and ethical foundations as well as practices in assessment, intervention, consultation, and program evaluation. Reflecting current standards and best practices, the book includes learning tools for a variety of audiences and examines the profession of school psychology through a social justice lens.Highlights include:Written in an accessible manner to facilitate understanding by those with minimal to no backgroundContributions from renowned authors, which allow readers to learn directly from experts in the fieldContent aligned with the 10 domains of the NASP Practice ModelIntegration of key concepts in psychological research and measurement that are essential for understanding school psychology practiceA social justice orientation that portrays school psychologists as advocates for diverse children, families, and communitiesSocial Justice Connections boxes, which address a range of contemporary issues related to equity and access in schools and psychological service deliveryComprehensive coverage of historical, cultural, legal, and ethical foundations as well as the roles and functions of school psychologists, including assessment, intervention, consultation, and systems-level reformTools and resources for professional development and career planningLearning objectives, case examples, review and discussion questions, key terms with definitions, and chapter summaries that engage readers and reinforce key ideasOnline instructor resources including PowerPoints, a test bank, sample syllabi, and graduate program worksheets, ideal for busy faculty
✔ Author(s): Sally L. Grapin PhD NCSP,John H. Kranzler PhD
✔ Title: School Psychology: Professional Issues and Practices
✔ Rating : 4.8 out of 5 base on (45 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 0826194737
✔ ISBN-13: 9780826194732
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about School Psychology by Sally L. Grapin PhD NCSP
Thea Bell
What an intellectual journey! The themes explored in this book challenged my perceptions and sparked introspection. It's refreshing to read a book that provokes such thought.
Beata Shepard
This book is a treasure trove of knowledge and wisdom. The insights offered by the characters and their experiences have left a lasting impression on me.
Daphne Garner
The plot was incredibly well-crafted, with twists and turns that kept me hooked until the very last page. It was impossible to predict what would happen next.
