Weekly Reflection Paper: 8
This week’s readings covered the ethical and legal issues in psychoeducational assessment as well as in school-based interventions. School psychologists are life-long learners and need to stay on top of these ever-changing issues.
Testing is just one part of the assessment process. The assessment process includes not only the tests given, but the interviews, observations, and other records as well. School psychologist understand the difference between medical and ecological models when it comes to psychological assessment. In the past, the medical model was accepted alone to help explain the issues students might be faced with. However, the ecological model is now welcoming the possibility of other factors to influence the behavior presented by the child (Jacob, Decker, & Hartshorne, 2011).
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Although a classroom will always be scattered with learning disabilities, it’s the social and emotional disabilities that will forever hold a place in my heart. I wanted to be able to learn how to spot this daily challenges students were living with, but also be aware of the different interventions and services that I could provide. I realized I spent a majority of my time on issues like this when it came to student teaching and other opportunities I had in the classroom. This was another reason that I decided school psychology was the profession foe me. I felt that I had always believed in more of an ecological model which is why during our orientation day before our first class, I sighed a huge sigh of relief when Ed explained that UNL has a very ecological model mindset. It gave me even more confidence, that I was exactly where I needed to
Unit 2 homework and quiz: Psychology’s Voice in the Legal System; Psychologists’ Licensing and Ethical Guidelines.
Both the American Psychological Association (APA) and National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) have codes of ethics to guide professionals in their practice. APA’s ethical code governs school, counseling, and clinical psychologists; thus, APA’s ethical code is broader than NASP’s ethical code. NASP’s ethical code is specific to school psychologists and thus includes a greater focus on minors and school-based practice. Beyond level of specificity, the ethical codes also have other notable differences. Specifically, NASP emphasizes a proactive role in social justice and creating healthy school, family, and community environments (Merrell, Ervin, & Peacock, 2012). APA, on the other hand, sets forth an expected minimum standard in these
The education of students with disabilities in school’s today is being shaped by two laws: the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA) and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) which is also known as the No Child Left Behind Act (McLaughlin, 2010). These laws were enacted to protect students with disabilities against inequity due to their disabilities, and allows for accommodations to their daily class curriculum. In the video Equity Focused School Counseling, Stuart Chen-Hayes discusses with administration his concerns that students with disabilities have come in discussing the same issues and wondered if he could teach these students as a group. Group therapy allows for a safe and confidential environment where members can work on problems they are facing as well as hearing different perspectives. Group members can enhance their self-awareness that can lead to relationship building. Social competence is a critical ingredient to emotional and physical well being in high school (Gysbers, 2009). Although, individual
Multiple years of research and field experience as well as my undergraduate coursework in Psychology, Counseling, and General Education has provided me with ample skills to be successful at the graduate level in the School Psychology program offered at Francis Marion University. Working within the school system with students with mental health needs and exceptionalities has been a dream of mine since I was in high school. I am confident the School Psychology program at Francis Marion University will provide me with the skill set needed to make my dream a reality and become the best School Psychologist I can be.
Dailor, A. N., & Jacob, S. (2011). Ethically challenging situations reported by school psychologists: Implications for training. Psychology In The Schools, 48(6), 619-631. doi:10.1002/pits.20574
In the last week of April, the GSA, in cooperation with the GPACS Health Committee, organized the first annual LGBTQ+ Week. Despite being a shortened week, the four days showcased many different aspects of self-wellness. Tuesday presented a session of Mindfulness Yoga in the Lower Great Hall, led by Ms. Gin, while Wednesday featured a GSA Open House with numerous group activities and a candy buffet at lunch. Furthering the theme of safety, Thursday hosted a HIV/AIDS Information Meeting that allowed students to ask questions and learn about the health issue. Finally, on Friday, there was a Photo Booth along with a presentation by Lucas Wilson where students were allowed to wear clothing that reflected the colours of the pride flag. All in all,
What are at least two ethical issues associated with psychological testing? What impact do these issues have on the field of psychological testing?
As I completed the week six video assignments I reflected on what I felt were my challenges, strengths, and positive points. I have stated a few times how much I enjoy these video assignments. There is potential for a wealth of knowledge to be learned regarding my overall presentation, skills and interaction with the client. It is such an informative assignment, with feedback and visuals that I can reflect upon. With that said, my first challenge was to relax and embrace the moment with my client.
A time when my time management skills were not up to par, would be last week's “weekly reflection #1” when I completed it in bare minimum time. I could've done a great deal differently on that assignment, if I'm being entirely honest, but the best change would've been to actually check this part of canvas every once in an eternity. Probably would've saved me the five years I lost to the momentary stress, I swear, I never thought college would’ve been like chain smoking. To reply to the question “What will you do differently?” the answer is simple, I'm going to stress about stressing; seems legitimate. This can't possibly go wrong.
The modern classroom has many challenges that face it. Shrinking budgets, less parental involvement, higher expectations, and growing class sizes, just to name a few. If this list was not daunting enough you also have the special needs students that have an array problems in your classroom that need specialized attention, lessons and seating. There are many forms of diverse learners from students who suffer from ADHD to physical disabilities to students with autism to ones that are bullied in school. There are so many things going on in our students lives we sometimes forget they have lives, pressures and disabilities that affect their performance and attitude in our class that have a profound impact on how they learn. For this paper I
We are going to explore the world of ethical issues in psychology. As in any medical or mental health fields there are rules we all must follow as professionals. In this essay today we will be exploring a case study where we have a young lady who has been stricken by a mental disability. We will be looking at the facts in which her disability was handled by a professional in the field of psychology. We also will be discussing the rights and wrongs that are presented in her case study. We will also be discussing the APA ethical codes and gain a clearer understanding of where some things went wrong and why shall we begin.
As I am not currently working, for the purposes of this assignment I am going to reflect upon an 8-week term I did in conjunction with an adult literacy centre. My job there was to conduct weekly health-living workshops for senior citizens. The curriculum was established and sample handouts and exercises were provided, but I had the option to modify these materials, as I saw fit. Topics ranged from nutrition and active living to fall prevention and even end of life planning. This program was developed out of a need demonstrated by low health status and literacy levels among local seniors. Many of the classes I conducted myself, but I also had guest speakers including pharmacists and home-health nurses.
1100-1200: Researched about our project topic and brainstormed interactive activities that we can include in our workshop.
The key to any successful school district is the administration. Teachers essentially provide structure, organization, and the background of a child’s future. To educate students with learning disabilities, it is essential that the staff has the training and resources needed for the appropriate people, place, and time (Lazarus) (What is Inclusion, 2001, n.p). It is unrealistic to expect that regular education teachers will always be aware of the latest research or be able to readily adapt the school's
The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) was then formed in 1969 allowing the profession a more secure establishment. It was during the 1980’s when the roles and functions of school psychologists changed from “assessment and placement intensive” to “preferential assessment, interventions, and at least secondary prevention for at risk groups.” (NYASP 2012) Relatively, these