NYS- ells-disabilities-standard-scores-december-2014.pdf
This is a special education field advisory that was released in December, 2014. It details the use of standardized scores with culturally and linguistically diverse children. Read More
Category: Translated Test
A translated test is one that has been converted from one language to another (e.g., English to Spanish). These tests are not reliable in terms of diagnostic accuracy and should not be used to determine disability.
Test Resource Guide: Volume V- Communication/Language Assessment Tests of Language Proficiency
This resource, originally published in 1997, consists of reviews of standardized tests that are intended to measure language and communication skills. This volume is one in a series of guides for assessment in the New York City Public Schools. Read More
Test Resource Guide: Volume II- Preschool Assessment and Kindergarten Supplement
Test Resource Guide Vol II.pdf
This resource, originally published in 1994, consists of reviews of tests and other measures that may be used to obtain information about the preschool child who is suspected of having an educational disability. This volume is one in a series of guides for assessment in the New York City Public Schools. Read More
Law and Policy: Guidelines for NYSED Preschool Evaluations June 2013
Guidelines for NYSED preschool evaluations.pdf
This memo outlines current issues in the speech and language evaluation process in New York. Read More
