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Identifying a topic for your literature review paper
- CQ Researcher -- 1923-presentConsider using CQ Researcher to start your search. This database provides in-depth, unbiased research reports on the most important issues of the day. Full-length articles include an overview, historical background, chronology, pro/con feature, plus resources for additional research. Reports are available from 1923 to current issues in today's news.
To begin your search, you can either use “Browse by Topics” to select a topic suggested, or use the search box to find your topic.
- Psychology Topics - from APA.A list of diverse topics covering various issues of psychology research.
- Find a topic on the web: ProCon.orgThis website lists and describes numerous debate topics which generally consist of pro/con questions. Pro&Con provides short articles for on today's current controversial issues, which keeps you informed about them with up-to-date information.
- Procon.org HeadlinesTopics and issues in the news.
The New York Times Learning Network publishes great lists of prompts for all kinds of essay writing. See below:
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Finding peer-reviewed articles in Psychology databases
- PsycInfo - APA (EBSCOhost) -- 1806-present This link opens in a new windowA large and comprehensive index of peer-reviewed psychology journals, plus selected book chapters, books, and dissertations, in some cases back to the 1800's. Produced by the American Psychological Association.
- PsycArticles - APA (EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new windowArticles from all American Psychological Association journals. Coverage back to the first issue of each journal, for example Psychological Review goes back to 1894.
- Education Databases: Education Research Complete & ERIC (EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new windowSimultaneous search option for the two most comprehensive education databases.
- SAGE Journals Online This link opens in a new windowArticles from social science & humanities journals, back to 1999. Indexing only for articles older than 1999 & some journals this library does not subscribe to.
- Wiley Online This link opens in a new windowBrowse by subject Psychology. Full-text access to major psychological journals published by Wiley & Sons.
- Annual Reviews This link opens in a new windowIncluded is Annual Review of Psychology, comprehensive literature reviews in the psychological sciences.
Finding newspaper articles
- Newspaper Source Plus (EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new windowSelected full-text articles from U.S. newspapers, along with over one million radio and television transcripts.
Tests & Measurements
- PsycTests - APA (EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new windowDescribes tests and measures from the American Psychological Association, most of which are downloadable. Subject areas include psychology, psychiatry, education, social work, and business.
- Mental Measurements Yearbook with Tests in Print Internacional (EBSCOhost) -- 1938-present This link opens in a new windowContains descriptions and reviews of English and Spanish-language standardized tests covering educational skills, personality, vocational aptitude, psychology, and related areas. Tests in Print and Pruebas Publicadas en Español: An Index of Spanish Tests in Print, provide basic information about tests in English and Spanish (purpose, status, price, etc.).
- APA: Finding Information About Psychological TestsAn FAQ from the American Psychological Association that explains how to locate information regarding tests and measures.
Major Reference Works on School Psychology
Encyclopedia of School PsychologyCall Number: OnlinePublication Date: 2005This comprehensive guide features the latest research on school learning, motivation, and educational assessment in the field of Psychology.
Encyclopedia of Educational PsychologyCall Number: OnlinePublication Date: 2008A variety of diverse disciplines are included: human development across the life span, measurement and statistics, learning and motivation and teaching.
Encyclopedia of Psychology and LawCall Number: OnlinePublication Date: 2007The Encyclopedia addresses research and practice at the interface of psychology and law. It surveys the traditional sub-disciplines of psychology: cognitive; developmental; social; clinical; biological; and industrial-organizational psychology.
Ethics and Law for School PsychologistsCall Number: OnlinePublication Date: 2016This book is the single best source of authoritative information on the ethical and legal issues school psychologists face every day.
Handbook of International School PsychologyCall Number: OnlinePublication Date: 2006The Handbook provide information regarding the origin, history, and current status of school psychology; the infrastructure of school psychology; the preparation of school psychologists; the roles, functions, and responsibilities of school psychologists; current issues impacting school psychology.
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
- The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)NASP empowers school psychologists by advancing effective practices to improve students' learning, behavior, and mental health.
- NASP Cultural CompetenceNASP promotes cultural competence in every area of school psychological service delivery.
- NASP Self-Assessment ChecklistSelf-Assessment Checklist for personnel providing services and supports to children and their families.
Selected Professional Organizations for School Psychologists
APA Citation Guides
- Guide to Basic Legal CitationProduced by P. W. Martin, Cornell Law School. Last revised in Fall 2016.
- APA Formatting & Style - comprehensive guideProvided by Purdue Online Writing Lab
- APA Reference Lists - YouTube videoProvided by Purdue Online Writing Lab
Selected Websites
- School Psychology (from American Psychological Association)Defines the school psychology field and the professional practice that it entails,
- APA Division 16 of School PsychologyUnder the APA, this division provides a variety of resources on psychology with children, youth, families, and the schooling process.
- Washington State Association of School PsychologistsThis state organization provides guidance for practice and assist school psychologists in promoting the educational and mental health needs for all students.