School Psychology and Social Justice Conceptual Foundations and Tools for Practice

Name: School Psychology and Social Justice Conceptual Foundations and Tools for Practice
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ISBN: 9780415660419

ISBN-10: 0415660416

ISBN-13: 9780415660419

Edition: 2013

Authors: David Shriberg, Samuel Y. Song, Antoinette Halsell Miranda, Kisha Radliff

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School psychology in the 21stcentury has become a very complicated affair. An increasing array of school choices, shifting demographics and competing notions of what constitutes quality education all inform the difficult task that faces the modern school psychologist. This volume, assembled from years of experience by experts working in a vast array of school environments, offers a comprehensive vision of the challenges, experiences and solutions to many facets of school psychology. This collection presents strategies for enhancing sensitivity and efficacy, from addressing the particular needs of specific populations to speaking more broadly to the vital role the school psychologist plays…

Book details

List price: $52.99
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Publication date: 2/8/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 360
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.276
Language: English



List of Contributors


Acknowledgments



Introduction




Foundations



Social Justice in School Psychology: A Historical Perspective




School Psychology and Social Justice in the Global Community




What Do We Mean When We Say Social Justice in School Psychology?




Major Issues that Affect Practice



Understanding and Addressing Inequities in Special Education




Systemic School Discipline: Issues of Equity from a Social Justice Perspective




Paving the Way for Cosmopolitan Resilient Schools: Promoting Resilience and Social Justice in Urban, Suburban, and Rural Schools




Institutional Barriers: Poverty and Education




Social Justice in the Air: School Culture and Climate




Roles and Functions of School Psychologists



A Social Justice Approach to Assessment




Promoting Social Justice by Addressing Barriers to Academic Success




Behavioral Issues in the Classroom




Consultation and Collaboration




Mental Health Issues: Non-academic Barriers to Success in School




Family, School, and Community Partnerships




The School Psychologist as Social Justice Advocate




Graduate Education and Professional Development




Moving Forward



Index