2024/07/26 by Steven R. Shaw, Sierra Pecsi, Erika Infantino +3 · 1 voice
Decision Sciences · Health Professions · Psychology · #Behavioral Health and Interventions #Health Policy Implementation Science #Meta-analysis and systematic reviews
paper · pdf · doi:10.1177/08295735241263912
openalex publication_date 2024/07/26 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/14
This editorial is companion to the first registered report published in the Canadian Journal of School Psychology entitled, “Scope of School Psychological Practice in Germany: Part 1” by Alexa von Hagen et al. This manuscript outlines the importance of evidence-based practices in school psychology, identifies weaknesses in the foundation of current research practices, and discusses registered reports as a tool to enhance research rigor by mitigating biases such as p-hacking and publication bias. Registered reports have gained traction despite initial reservations from researchers due to perceived constraints and barriers; this approach to publication of scholarly articles can lead to a positive shift in the relationship between authors and editors during the publication process, fostering collaboration, transparency, and credibility in the research practice and ultimately leading to improved evidence-based practice. Initial experiences from the first registered report in the field of school psychology are examined, noting advantages, disadvantages, and future recommendations. The adoption of registered reports signifies a cultural shift toward more robust, transparent, and credible research practices in school psychology, leading to true evidence-based practice with increased likelihood of implementation.