In this module, Cate reviews the conclusions of the evaluation and works to develop goals that will provide the support that Alex really needs. Read More
Category: Simultaneous Bilingual
A simultaneous bilingual is one who is exposed to two languages before age 3.
Eliciting Quality Narratives in Expressive Language (DDPE Playlist: Module 6)
In this module Cate shows us how to elicit a quality narrative sample in order to assess expressive language. Read More
Academic Language in Receptive and Expressive Language (DDPE Playlist: Module 4)
In this video module, Cate introduces the child being evaluated for this case study and begins the evaluation by using a variety of materials available on LEADERSproject.org. Read More
Critical Questions for the Parent Interview Part 2 (DDPE Playlist: Module 3)
In this third video module, Cate continues on with the critical questions that need to be answered during the parent interview.
Critical Questions for the Parent Interview Part 1 (DDPE Playlist: Module 2)
As evaluators, we should look to the parent in these interviews as the expert in their child’s development, over time and in various contexts, to give us critical information leading to a differential diagnosis. In this second module, Cate reviews the critical questions that should be asked of the parent during an evaluation and begins the first part of the interview with Alex’s mother.
Why an Accurate Differential Diagnosis Matters (DDPE Playlist: Module 1)
In this module, Cate introduces the DDPE module series by discussing why it is so important to get an accurate diagnosis. She does so by demonstrating a real-life evaluation step by step.
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Critical Questions 5 & 6 (Preschool Disability Evaluations: Module 20)
This module presents the next two of nine critical questions that must be asked during the caregiver interview. Read More
Validity Part 3- ELLs, IQs, and Cognitive Tests (Preschool Disability Evaluations: Module 08)
This module examines validity issues for psychological tests such as the lack of validity of standardized IQ tests when used with bilingual individuals and English language learners (ELL). Read More
