Frameworks for Practice in Educational Psychology, Second Edition by Michael E Harker
This textbook is a detailed yet accessible overview of modern professional approaches to educational psychology. Ranging from well-established, popular methods to emerging, innovative theories, the book covers a broad span of frameworks, and considers how they meet the complex criteria challenging professionals in the field today.
Barbara Kelly and her colleagues have done a magnificent jobThis 2nd edition provides a lucid and critical overview of the history and development of Educational Psychology Practice in the UK. This is a valuable contribution to training and professional development that accurately sets 'Frameworks' in context. Frameworks for Practice in Educational Psychology will appeal to both trainees and qualified psychologists. It provides a touchstone and way-marker for the future and should thus also inform policy makers and commissioners of educational psychology services. -- Dr Simon Gibbs, Reader in Educational Psychology, University of Newcastle
Frameworks for Practice in Educational Psychology is an essential resource for both graduate students and practicing professionals. The contributors provide valuable information to inform conceptual, research, ethical, and legislative foundations important for educational psychologists. The second edition includes chapters addressing important topics such as solution oriented practice, proactive problem solving models, positive psychology, consultation, implementation science, and promoting children's mental health in schools. Drawing upon the expertise of scholars and practitioners, Frameworks for Practice in Educational Psychology highlights contemporary conceptual and empirical knowledge to inform current and future educational psychology practice. -- Shane R. Jimerson, PhD, Professor, University of California, Santa Barbara and President, International School Psychology Association
Frameworks for Practice in Educational Psychology is an essential resource for both graduate students and practicing professionals. The contributors provide valuable information to inform conceptual, research, ethical, and legislative foundations important for educational psychologists. The second edition includes chapters addressing important topics such as solution oriented practice, proactive problem solving models, positive psychology, consultation, implementation science, and promoting children's mental health in schools. Drawing upon the expertise of scholars and practitioners, Frameworks for Practice in Educational Psychology highlights contemporary conceptual and empirical knowledge to inform current and future educational psychology practice. -- Shane R. Jimerson, PhD, Professor, University of California, Santa Barbara and President, International School Psychology Association
Dr Tommy Mackay is Director of Psychology Consultancy Services and Visiting Professor of Autism Studies, University of Strathclyde. He has over 40 years' experience in working with children and young people with ASD and other difficulties. His work has won many national awards as an 'outstanding and original contribution to psychology'. He has been described by former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown as 'an inspiration and a visionary'.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781785920073 |
| ISBN 10 | 1785920073 |
| Title | Frameworks for Practice in Educational Psychology, Second Edition |
| Author | Barbara Kelly |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Year published | 2016-12-21 |
| Number of pages | 360 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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