Oxford Handbook of School Psychology

With its roots in clinical and educational psychology school psychology is an ever-changing field that encompasses a diversity of topics. <em>The Oxford Handbook of School Psychology</em> synthesizes the most vital and relevant literature in all of these areas producing a state-of-the-art authoritative resource for practitioners researchers and parents. <p/>Comprising chapters authored by the leading figures in school psychology <em>The Oxford Handbook of School Psychology</em> focuses on the significant issues new developments and scientific findings that continue to change the practical landscape. The handbook's focuses include: <p/>- allegiance to the reciprocal relationship between science and practice to promote problem-solving and enrichment models<br>- service delivery designed to improve competencies of all students<br>- the relationship between general cognitive ability and important life outcomes<br>- the development of viable and enduring educational family and community systems to support students<br>- increasing student diversity and the necessity of increased sensitivity to the influences of social cultural political and legislative variables of schooling<br>- outlining tenable reasons why since the end of World War II children from kindergarten through the secondary grades have generally not been the recipients of a superior or efficient educational system<br>- all relevant legislation including the No Child Left Behind Act and the ongoing question of who or what is responsible for the inadequate academic preparation of inner-city children<br>- building a cumulative knowledge base to better facilitate students' academic social and personal competencies including the promotion of positive mental health and subjective well-being <p/>The scholarship compiled here is a must-read for practitioners students and faculty and an ideal resource for parents seeking a scientific approach to the efficacy of school psychology practices. In both breadth and depth this handbook promises to serve as the benchmark reference work for years to come.