Author(s): Trina D. Spencer, PhD, BCBA-D / Howard Goldstein, PhD, CCC-SLP
The ELCI is a rating scale that elicits information about a child’s observed receptive and expressive language and social/play skills.
The LRS-5 is a research-based tool that lets principals and administrators make informed decisions about the sensitive issue of retention. Backed by comprehensive research of the literature regarding grade school retention, it is a useful aid for to help insure that the educational opportunities available during the school year are appropriate and administered with fidelity.
The Kindergarten Essential Skills Assessment (KESA) is designed to measure the critical skills that predict end-of-year kindergarten success. KESA supports the early identification and intervention for children who are at-risk for kindergarten retention and Special Education referral.
The WABC is a unique, norm-referenced assessment that evaluates a child’s understanding and use of basic concepts.
The YCAT-2 provides an early identification of children at risk for later school failure.
The TOPEL can identify preschoolers who are at risk for literacy problems, allowing early intervention.