Now in a revised and updated third edition reflecting a decade of changes in the field, this leading text prepares new practitioners to support all students' academic, behavioral, and social–emotional success. The multiple roles and functions of the school psychologist are described and illustrated with vivid vignettes. Readers gain vital skills for planning and implementing evidence-based prevention and intervention efforts and collaborating to facilitate systems change. Guided by a problem-solving perspective, the book provides tools for effective, culturally responsive practice in today's diverse schools. End-of-chapter discussion questions and activities enhance learning.

New to This Edition
*Incorporates key advances in evidence-based assessment, intervention, and multi-tiered systems of support.
*Increased attention to supporting the growing numbers of culturally and linguistically diverse students in schools.
*Addresses changes in school psychology training programs and professional standards.
*New emphasis on implementation science.

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Yes, you can access School Psychology for the 21st Century by Kenneth W. Merrell,Ruth A. Ervin,Gretchen Gimpel Peacock,Tyler Renshaw in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Psychology & Educational Psychology. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

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Publisher

The Guilford Press

Year

2022

eBook ISBN

9781462549634

Edition

Topic

Psychology

Subtopic

Educational Psychology

Index

Psychology

Cover
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Title Page
Copyright
Dedication
About the Authors
Preface
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction to the Field of School Psychology
Chapter 2: The Historical Context of School Psychology
Chapter 3: Facilitating Change through Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and Data-Driven Problem Solving
Chapter 4: Becoming Culturally Responsive: Diversity and Multicultural Issues in School Psychology
Chapter 5: Becoming a School Psychologist: Training and Credentialing Issues
Chapter 6: Working as a School Psychologist: Employment Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges
Chapter 7: Legal and Ethical Issues in School Psychology
Chapter 8: The School Psychologist’s Role in Assessment
Chapter 9: The School Psychologist’s Role in Prevention and Intervention: Part 1. Academic Performance and Skill Development
Chapter 10: The School Psychologist’s Role in Prevention and Intervention: Part 2. Social–Emotional, Behavioral, and Mental Health
Chapter 11: Consultation, Effective Implementation, and Facilitation of Systems Change
Chapter 12: The School Psychologist’s Role in Research and Evaluation
Chapter 13: Moving the Field Forward: Mapping the Future of School Psychology
References
Index
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