School staffs' views regarding transgender pupils and the role of the Educational Psychologist.

Charlton, Lowri 2020. School staffs' views regarding transgender pupils and the role of the Educational Psychologist. DEdPsy Thesis, Cardiff University. Item availability restricted.

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Abstract

This thesis is in three parts: a literature review, an empirical study, and a critical appraisal. Part I, the literature review provides a rationale for the research study. Key literature is presented and critically reviewed, leading to the identification of a research gap regarding the challenges that school staff encounter when working with, or supporting transgender pupils and a lack of guidance for how EPs can best support school staff. An overview and rationale for empirical research questions are also provided. Part II, the empirical study provides a brief overview of the literature discussed in Part I in order to provide a succinct background to the research study. Following which, the methodology for this mixed-methods research study is described, as is data obtained from Phase 1 (Online Questionnaires) and Phase 2 (Semi-structured interviews). In Phase 1, 54 school staff responses were obtained and in Phase 2, 7 interviews with school staff were obtained. Data for phase 1 is outlined and illustrated in Appendix 2 and qualitative data gathered from phase 2 is discussed and illustrated within the study. Qualitative data (Phase 2) was analysed through the process of thematic analysis; key themes, subthemes, and supporting quotes are provided. Key findings are summarised and discussed in relation to existing literature. Strengths and limitations of the study, along with suggestions for further research are also provided. Part III, the reflective account provides critical reflections on a number of different elements of the research. A critical account of the methodology, including research paradigms, data collection and data analysis are provided, in addition to reflections regarding ethical issues. The second part of this reflective account focuses on the contribution to knowledge and considerations for future research. Finally, the third section provides a brief personal reflection in relation to the research process and how this has impacted the professional development of the researcher.

Item Type:	Thesis (DEdPsy)
Date Type:	Completion
Status:	Unpublished
Schools:	Psychology
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	15 October 2020
Last Modified:	15 Oct 2020 09:52
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/135589

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