Evaluating the innovative strategies in the Greek education system. The institution of edeays

Abstract

Purpose: In the present study, the assessments of 20 primary school principals in Greece were analysed regarding the quality of their cooperation with school psychologists. The aim of this study is to highlight how school principals view the operation of the Interdisciplinary Educational, Evaluation and Support Committees (EDEAYs).

Results: The content analysis of the data collected resulted in specific issues to emerge, including the difficulty of determining the distinct roles of participants in an EDEAY, the lack of culture for interdisciplinary collaboration between those involved in educational processes, as well as variables that act as a deterrent to the integrated development of school psychological support strategies for students.