Practical Handbook of School Psychology: Effective Practices for the 21st Century

By Gretchen Gimpel Peacock

Book Overview

This authoritative guide addresses all aspects of school psychology practice in a response-to-intervention (RTI) framework. Thirty-four focused chapters present effective methods for problem-solving-based assessment, instruction, and intervention. Specific guidelines are provided for promoting success in core academic domains--reading, writing, and math--and supporting students' positive behavior and social-emotional functioning. The book also describes ways to team with teachers and parents to develop collaborative solutions and overcome obstacles. Grounded in research, this is an indispensable resource for daily practice and an invaluable text for school psychology training programs.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1462507778
• ISBN13: 9781462507771
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 626 Pages
• Weight: 2.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.7" x 9.6"