School Psychology for the 21st Century, Second Edition: Foundations and Practices
- ISBN-10
- 1609187547
- ISBN-13
- 9781609187545
- Category
- Psychology
- Pages
- 380
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-12-23
- Publisher
- Guilford Press
- Authors
- Kenneth W. Merrell, Ruth A. Ervin, Gretchen Gimpel Peacock
Description
A leading introductory text, this authoritative volume comprehensively describes the school psychologist's role in promoting positive academic, behavioral, and emotional outcomes for all students. The book emphasizes a problem-solving-based, data-driven approach to practice in today's diverse schools. It grounds the reader in the concepts and tools needed to become a competent, ethical practitioner; implement and evaluate multi-tiered interventions; and facilitate systems-level change. Useful pedagogical features include illustrative vignettes and end-of-chapter discussion questions and activities. New to This Edition*Incorporates up-to-date research findings and professional standards.*Expanded coverage of response to intervention, cultural and linguistic diversity issues, and evidence-based practice in mental health.*Chapter on legal issues includes expanded coverage of IDEIA and other recent federal mandates.
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