Showing papers in "Educational Psychology in Practice in 2021"
TL;DR: Growth mindset interventions, initially based on evidence from experimental studies, are widely used in schools internationally as discussed by the authors, and a systematic literature review focuses on the use of growth minds in schools.
Abstract: Growth mindset interventions, initially based on evidence from experimental studies, are widely used in schools internationally. This systematic literature review focuses on the use of growth minds...
10 citations
TL;DR: The impact of a traded model of service delivery was identified as limiting EP involvement with family systems and reinforcing a perception of the EP role being primarily school focused rather than child and family focused.
Abstract: Despite wide ranging literature (e.g. Systems Theories) supporting the need for practitioner educational psychologists (EPs) to work with families as central to good practice, there is very limited evidence of the ways in which EPs involve families, or how EPs conceptualise their role in work with children’s families. This research set out to address this gap in evidence, and in doing so inform EP practice in this area.
A small-scale study was conducted to explore EP practice in relation to work with families and the EPs’ perceptions of their role within this. Nine EPs from educational psychology services (EPSs) in four Local Authorities (LAs) were interviewed using semi-structured interviews that were then analysed using inductive thematic analysis. Four overarching themes were identified: Pre-school work, school based work, EP role and context. Within these themes, barriers and facilitators to EP work with families were highlighted, and the EPs’ perceptions of their role explored.
The findings highlight both the range of practice, and the variance between participants’ perceptions of the EP role with families. The impact of a traded model of service delivery was identified as limiting EP involvement with family systems and reinforcing a perception of the EP role being primarily school focused rather than child and family focused.
A number of implications for both individual EPs and EP services were identified in considering the profession’s position in ensuring the needs of children and families are met within current service delivery models. The findings should provoke discussion for the EP community, in considering the profession’s role in the area of EP work with families.
9 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors explore the role of co-production within UK legislation outlining children and young people's right to be heard and to take part in the development of the services they use.
Abstract: ‘Co-production’ is advocated within UK legislation outlining children and young people’s right to be heard and to take part in the development of the services they use. This paper aims to explore u...
6 citations
TL;DR: While there is increasing awareness of diversity within school-based practice amongst educational psychologists (EPs), one overlooked group is arguably children born intersex, whose needs are often overlooked as discussed by the authors.
Abstract: While there is increasing awareness of diversity within school-based practice amongst educational psychologists (EPs), one overlooked group is arguably children born intersex, whose needs are often...
5 citations
TL;DR: The authors explored the potentiality of classroom management training for enhancing teacher psych... and found that teacher wellbeing is an important prerequisite for promoting student wellbeing, yet there is limited research exploring the potential for classroom management to enhance teacher wellbeing.
Abstract: Teacher wellbeing is an important prerequisite for promoting student wellbeing, yet there is limited research exploring the potentiality of classroom management training for enhancing teacher psych...
4 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, a UK study aimed to elicit parental voices and school Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) views, to work towards a better understanding of sex-specific symptomology in females with Au...
Abstract: This UK study aimed to elicit parental voices and school Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) views, to work towards a better understanding of sex-specific symptomology in females with Au...
3 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors challenge those who wish to improve educational provisions with the question: improvement for whom and at what cost, and the authors start by outlining their case: "For us, in this book, we shall be challenging those who seek to "improve" educational provisions, and we will be challenging them with our case.
Abstract: The authors start by outlining their case: “For us, in this book, we shall be challenging those who wish to ‘improve’ educational provisions with the question: improvement for whom and at what cost...
3 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors interviewed 11 teachers and used qualitative methods to develop an explanatory framework to represent the lived experience of teaching pupils with selective mutism (SM) and highlighted a link between teacher categorisation of SM and pupil support.
Abstract: Selective mutism (SM) is typically identified in early childhood and is characterised by a lack of speech in specific social situations, usually at school. This study interviewed 11 teachers and used qualitative methods to develop an explanatory framework to represent the lived experience of teaching pupils with SM. Interviews were analysed using grounded theory methods. The final theoretical framework captured nine categories. This included five key processes: categorisation of teacher beliefs; the development and change in beliefs through a process of scientific enquiry; teacher efforts to support pupils; measuring and monitoring pupil progress; management of teacher emotional responses, and four contextual factors; pupil characteristics, peer relationships, teacher self- identity and staff relationships. The findings highlighted a link between teacher categorisation of SM and pupil support. Implications of the framework for guiding research and educator practice to support pupils with SM are discussed.
3 citations
TL;DR: The Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management (IYTCM) programme as discussed by the authors aims to equip teachers with the strategies and skills necessary to promote socio-emotional child development in Ireland.
Abstract: The Incredible Years Teacher Classroom Management (IYTCM) programme aims to equip teachers with the strategies and skills necessary to promote socio-emotional child development. In Ireland, educati...
3 citations
TL;DR: In this article, a systematic review used framework synthesis methodology to explore literature describing problem-solving, circle and consultation groups in schools, and the review sought to understand the u...
Abstract: This systematic review used framework synthesis methodology to explore literature describing problem-solving, circle and consultation groups in schools (PSGs). The review sought to understand the u...
3 citations
TL;DR: The authors explored primary school children's personal use and views of social media and the social and psychological drivers that may underpin engagement, and found that over 100 children, aged 9-11 years old, participated in a study where they were asked to answer questions about social media use and engagement.
Abstract: This study explored primary school children’s personal use and views of social media and the social and psychological drivers that may underpin engagement. 100 children, aged 9 – 11 years old, in a...
TL;DR: The cultural construct "shame" (sharam) is cited as an oppressive force that controls and perpetuates patriarchal structures within particular cultures as mentioned in this paper, and the related construct "honour" (honour) is used as an alternative to shame.
Abstract: The cultural construct ‘shame’ (sharam) is cited as an oppressive force that controls and perpetuates patriarchal structures within particular cultures. ‘Shame’ and the related construct ‘honour’ (...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors examined whether having the opportunity to report disadvantages before performing a physical test could reduce students' self-reported self-report negative experiences during physical education classes.
Abstract: The present study examines, in the context of physical education (PE) classes, if having the opportunity to report disadvantages before performing a physical test could reduce students’ self-report...
TL;DR: In this article, the authors explored the reality and constructs of school held by eight young people (aged 16 to 18) using the drawing the ideal school technique based on Personal Construct Psychology (PCP).
Abstract: Adopting the “Drawing the Ideal School” technique based on Personal Construct Psychology, the aim of the study was to explore the realities and constructs of school held by eight young people (aged...
TL;DR: In this paper, the development of ACE-informed practice within two UK local authority educational psychology services, through use of focus groups and interviews with educational psychologists, is explored, including the importance of consistent implementation of approaches, and future research are also considered.
Abstract: ABSTRACT Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and related approaches are receiving increasing focus from education policy makers and educational psychologists. However, the extent to which ACEs research and theory can be used to inform practice continues to be a topic for debate. The present paper explores the development of ACE-informed practice within two UK local authority educational psychology services, through use of focus groups and interviews with educational psychologists. Rationale, facilitators and barriers to the development of current ACE-informed practice are reported. Implications for educational psychology practice, including consideration of risk and reliance factors, the importance of consistent implementation of approaches, and future research are also considered.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors draw attention to the perceptions of some adoptive parents regarding the potential stresses that exist in supporting their child's educational experience and propose a method to address these concerns.
Abstract: Research has drawn attention to the perceptions of some adoptive parents regarding the potential stresses that exist in supporting their child’s educational experience. Some adoptive parents have r...
TL;DR: The authors examined year group, ability level and gender differences in mindset, social value of effort and contingencies of self-worth of 174 participants aged 13-18 years in a Scotti...
Abstract: This quantitative study examined year group, ability level and gender differences in mindset, social value of effort and contingencies of self-worth of 174 participants aged 13–18 years in a Scotti...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors explore whether emotional support following a critical incident (CI) is a stressful, yet established, part of an educational psychologist's (EP's) role.
Abstract: Supporting school communities following a critical incident (CI) is a stressful, yet established, part of an educational psychologist’s (EP's) role. The authors aim to explore whether emotional int...
TL;DR: The role of educational psychologists (EPs) in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people is increasingly being recognised in light of pressures on support services, an... as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: The role of educational psychologists (EPs) in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people is increasingly being recognised in light of pressures on support services, an...
TL;DR: Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is characterized by a distressing preoccupation with perceived defects or flaws in one's appearance as discussed by the authors, which most typically emerges in adolescence and is estimated to aff...
Abstract: Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is characterised by a distressing preoccupation with perceived defects or flaws in one’s appearance. BDD most typically emerges in adolescence and is estimated to aff...
TL;DR: This article explored the experiences of recently arrived Latin American parents to the UK related to their children's education, to highlight how these experiences can inform educational practice, and explored the impact of these experiences on children's learning.
Abstract: This study explored the experiences of recently arrived Latin American parents to the UK related to their children’s education, to highlight how these experiences can inform educational practice. A...
TL;DR: In this article, the ethical ambiguity which exists between therapeutic working and educational psychologist's role has been discussed, and little attention has been given to the ethical ambiguities between the two.
Abstract: Therapeutic working has long been considered a fundamental part of the educational psychologist’s (EPs) role. Yet, little attention has been given to the ethical ambiguity which exists between the ...
TL;DR: For educational psychologists, "evidence-based" practice is reliant on a shared understanding of the parameters of defensible research, irrespective of geographical or cultural boundaries as mentioned in this paper. But this understanding is not universal.
Abstract: For educational psychologists, ‘evidence-based’ practice is reliant on a shared understanding of the parameters of defensible research, irrespective of geographical or cultural boundaries. The Amer...
TL;DR: In this paper, a quasi-experimental study aimed to improve essay writing skills with an evidence-based approach, and the authors found that writing skills are important for educational achievement, employment and social and civic participation.
Abstract: Writing skills are important for educational achievement, employment and social and civic participation. This quasi-experimental study aimed to improve essay writing skills with an evidence-based i...
TL;DR: In this paper, a broad professional research base expanding at pace in response to serious case reviews and government in-q..., the authors report that child sexual exploitation (CSE) remains a significant concern in the English context.
Abstract: Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) remains a significant concern in the English context with a broad professional research base expanding at pace in response to serious case reviews and government inq...
TL;DR: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has evolved a considerable evidence base in recent years as mentioned in this paper, and one area wherein the model has demonstrated strong empirical support is through its application in acceptance and commitment therapy.
Abstract: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has evolved a considerable evidence-base in recent years. One area wherein the model has demonstrated strong empirical support is through its application wit...
TL;DR: The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) sets out a series of rights for children as discussed by the authors and UNICEF has developed a Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) through which schools can em...
Abstract: The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) sets out a series of rights for children. UNICEF has developed a Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) through which schools can em...
TL;DR: Emotional warmth parenting is an attachment and strengths-based approach to parenting other people's children developed by the authors over the last sixteen years as discussed by the authors, which is an extension of attachment-and strength-based parenting.
Abstract: Emotional Warmth Parenting is an attachment and strengths-based approach to parenting other people’s children developed by the authors over the last sixteen years. The authors do not claim to cover...