Changing Conceptualization of the Role of Educational Psychologists in Singapore
Saved in:
| Title: | Changing Conceptualization of the Role of Educational Psychologists in Singapore |
|---|---|
| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Kit, Phey Ling, Garces-Bacsal, Rhoda Myra, Burgetova, Kristina |
| Source: | International Journal of School & Educational Psychology. 2016 4(3):187-200. |
| Availability: | Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 325 Chestnut Street Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Fax: 215-625-2940; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 14 |
| Publication Date: | 2016 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research Tests/Questionnaires |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Foreign Countries, Educational Psychology, School Psychologists, Counselor Role, Role Perception, Change Agents, Qualitative Research, Counselor Training, Masters Programs, Grounded Theory, Questionnaires, Focus Groups, Semi Structured Interviews, Data Analysis |
| Geographic Terms: | Singapore |
| DOI: | 10.1080/21683603.2015.1112331 |
| ISSN: | 2168-3603 |
| Abstract: | Psychology is a young discipline in Singapore. Hence, perceptions of the roles and responsibilities of an educational psychologist (EP) are still constantly being negotiated and redefined. This qualitative study examined how role negotiations and redefinitions could be actively facilitated through an experiential and intensive two-day Basic Counseling Skills training course. This course was attended by eight trainee EPs enrolled in the only master's-level educational psychology training program in Singapore. A grounded analysis of their pre- and posttraining qualitative questionnaires and focus group discussion revealed the group's evolving conceptualizations about the role of an EP from that of a mere test administrator to a recognition of the need for a more systemic approach in providing intervention. The EPs also recognized their lack of capacity to respond to emotionally distressed parents with compassion and sensitivity, and acknowledged the value of basic counseling skills training. Implications for training and future research are discussed. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 45 |
| Entry Date: | 2016 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1110650 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Psychology is a young discipline in Singapore. Hence, perceptions of the roles and responsibilities of an educational psychologist (EP) are still constantly being negotiated and redefined. This qualitative study examined how role negotiations and redefinitions could be actively facilitated through an experiential and intensive two-day Basic Counseling Skills training course. This course was attended by eight trainee EPs enrolled in the only master's-level educational psychology training program in Singapore. A grounded analysis of their pre- and posttraining qualitative questionnaires and focus group discussion revealed the group's evolving conceptualizations about the role of an EP from that of a mere test administrator to a recognition of the need for a more systemic approach in providing intervention. The EPs also recognized their lack of capacity to respond to emotionally distressed parents with compassion and sensitivity, and acknowledged the value of basic counseling skills training. Implications for training and future research are discussed. |
|---|---|
| ISSN: | 2168-3603 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/21683603.2015.1112331 |
