School Counseling Research: Advancing the Professional Evidence Base

This practical book provides researchers with strategies for conducting socially just school-based research, equipping them with conceptual knowledge and practical skills to conduct rigorous intervention research with schools. It guides readers through the process of creating successful research partnerships, conceptualizing ethical and socially just research, developing strong research questions, and disseminating findings.

Format: Hardback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 05 February 2024
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc

This practical book is a valuable resource for researchers seeking to conduct socially just school-based research. It provides a comprehensive guide for those interested in conducting school counseling research within school settings. The volume is packed with knowledge from expert scholars in the field, equipping researchers with the conceptual knowledge and practical skills necessary to conduct rigorous intervention research with schools.

The editors of the book have organized it in a way that walks readers through the process of creating successful research partnerships with schools that prioritize ethical outcomes. Readers are guided through the conceptualization of ethical and socially just research in partnership with schools, the development of strong research questions, and the selection of appropriate data analysis approaches. Practical suggestions are provided throughout the book to assist researchers in executing their research effectively.

The book concludes with a series of steps for researchers to disseminate their research findings to scholars, school partners, and stakeholders, as well as school counseling practitioners. This resource is particularly useful for counselor education doctoral students, district personnel, and those who review research, as it offers a deep and rich source of information to support their evolving collaborative research in schools.

In conclusion, this practical book is a must-read for researchers interested in conducting socially just school-based research. It provides a comprehensive guide to the process, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to produce high-quality research that contributes to the betterment of schools and the lives of students.

Weight: 792g
Dimension: 164 x 246 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780197650134