An introduction to your course
FREE PREVIEWBefore we begin...
Some key documents
An introduction to your course content
Working memory as integral to the assessment profile
Memory is the cornerstone of cognition
The Attention Concentration Index
Over testing...
Phonological versus Working Memory... which is which and what is what?
A quick recap
Defining working memory; a model
Checking in with the administration
Digits Forward, Letters Forward; the qualitative and the quantitative
How are you doing?
Digits Backward, Letters Backward; the qualitative and the quantitative
Common strategies
Working memory as a predictor of academic success
A quick review
Notes on administration
Manual Imitation; the qualitative and the quantitative
Let's catch up...
Collating the Attention Concentration Index (ACI)
Calculating the Confidence Interval
Have a go!
One more challenge: raw scores to ACI with CI
Taking a holistic approach
Some key areas for consideration
Metamemory, metacognition, medical influencers
ADHD
So what are we saying?
Why does what we have found matter? Considering impact
SASC Guidance- using the report to tell the story
A report writing frame for you to consider
A report example
Cognitive Profile- updated report guidance
Are we up to speed?
Making relevant recommendations
Recommendations for Pre-16
A note about remediation
Recommendations for Post-16
Look how far we have come!
Some follow up references
Before you go....
Your reflections
An invitation for you
The course is broken down into really helpful and manageable sections which reinforce prior knowledge and link in and clarify possible areas of confusion. I...
Read MoreThe course is broken down into really helpful and manageable sections which reinforce prior knowledge and link in and clarify possible areas of confusion. I came away feeling proud of what I already knew but confident in my new understanding. The tutor is excellent, down to earth and easy to listen to making a complex subject both enjoyable and accessible.
Read LessThis was an excellent course. The 4 hours whizzed by! Sally-Ann makes the world of SpLD assessing feel like an accessible, friendly and caring place to be!
This was an excellent course. The 4 hours whizzed by! Sally-Ann makes the world of SpLD assessing feel like an accessible, friendly and caring place to be!
Read LessAnother great webinar course - I really feel that I have an in depth knowledge and added confidence now after attending the course. I feel that this will def...
Read MoreAnother great webinar course - I really feel that I have an in depth knowledge and added confidence now after attending the course. I feel that this will definitely improve both my assessment approach when using it and the findings/reporting in future assessments. Highly recommend! A must for both trainee assessors like myself, but also for current assessors as the information is so relevant for both.
Read LessI do recommend this course for all SpLD/Dyslexia assessors. Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant!
I do recommend this course for all SpLD/Dyslexia assessors. Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant!
Read LessI bought the whole test and felt rather overwhelmed with the information and amount of subtests. As soon as I enrolled on this course with Sally Ann I was im...
Read MoreI bought the whole test and felt rather overwhelmed with the information and amount of subtests. As soon as I enrolled on this course with Sally Ann I was immediately reassured that I was doing the right thing. The most useful information is that as an assessor for EAA or SpLD, you do not need to buy the full kit! In hindsight, I wish I had done the course prior to purchasing the testing kit. Sally Ann makes it all seem very manageable and easy! Thank you. I will certainly be returning for more training. Alix in Nairobi Kenya
Read LessYet again, Sally-Ann shares her extensive experience to help us go beyond the scores. From observing performance qualitatively to considering underlying reas...
Read MoreYet again, Sally-Ann shares her extensive experience to help us go beyond the scores. From observing performance qualitatively to considering underlying reasons. From thinking about the impact on individuals to exploring practical strategies for all age groups. Whether new to assessing or experienced, I'm sure everyone will learn something new!
Read LessA really in-depth and informative course. Great resources and presentation
A really in-depth and informative course. Great resources and presentation
Read LessWow, my hand hurts from the copious scribbles on the course handouts. Once again Sally-Ann's knowledge, great sense of humour and expert delivery had me glue...
Read MoreWow, my hand hurts from the copious scribbles on the course handouts. Once again Sally-Ann's knowledge, great sense of humour and expert delivery had me glued to my screen for hours! Another course that went above and beyond my expectations, thank you!
Read LessHaving completed this course my understanding of the TOMAL2 is so much more secure and I feel confident about making links between working memory and the ot...
Read MoreHaving completed this course my understanding of the TOMAL2 is so much more secure and I feel confident about making links between working memory and the other assessments when I write a diagnostic report.
Read LessSally Ann’s presentation was detailed and far reaching and left me feeling confident and knowledgeable about including the TOMAL2 in my assessment schema. Se...
Read MoreSally Ann’s presentation was detailed and far reaching and left me feeling confident and knowledgeable about including the TOMAL2 in my assessment schema. Seriously happy I took this training opportunity and would highly recommend it to my specialist colleagues.
Read LessFantastic training with personality! Sally-Ann showed the human/real side to what it is to be an assessor with many top-tips that didn't come up in previous ...
Read MoreFantastic training with personality! Sally-Ann showed the human/real side to what it is to be an assessor with many top-tips that didn't come up in previous training. Thank you!
Read LessSally-Anne explains things so well and in such a friendly, down to earth manner. I now feel that I understand what the TOMAL 2 is being used for and how work...
Read MoreSally-Anne explains things so well and in such a friendly, down to earth manner. I now feel that I understand what the TOMAL 2 is being used for and how working memory affects other areas of learning. I have learnt more in four hours than on my initial training course. Thank you!
Read LessThis is an excellent course! Sally-Ann explains everything so clearly and it is a good mix of both theory and practical information to explain the importance...
Read MoreThis is an excellent course! Sally-Ann explains everything so clearly and it is a good mix of both theory and practical information to explain the importance of assessing working memory. I feel I now have a better understanding of how to report on things qualitatively as well as quantitatively. Thank you.
Read LessVery engaging, easy to follow. Covered a lot and very much things I can use in my practise.
Very engaging, easy to follow. Covered a lot and very much things I can use in my practise.
Read LessI found the course very helpful. It was well-presented and easy to follow and understand. It helped considerably with my confidence in using the assessment.
I found the course very helpful. It was well-presented and easy to follow and understand. It helped considerably with my confidence in using the assessment.
Read LessReally well presented course, Sally makes a tricky topic easy to understand. Exceptionally good knowledge which explains difference in phonological and worki...
Read MoreReally well presented course, Sally makes a tricky topic easy to understand. Exceptionally good knowledge which explains difference in phonological and working memory and why the two are different but both valid in a full assessment.
Read LessA really useful and helpful walk through the importance and relevance of this testing tool. Creates an appreciation for closer examination of impact, and the...
Read MoreA really useful and helpful walk through the importance and relevance of this testing tool. Creates an appreciation for closer examination of impact, and the potential the inherent information this testing tool provides.
Read LessSo love the delivery and the breakdown of slides. This makes it so much easier to revisit this vast amount of precious knowledge in this lengthy but so user ...
Read MoreSo love the delivery and the breakdown of slides. This makes it so much easier to revisit this vast amount of precious knowledge in this lengthy but so user friendly course that has so much advice to give us assessors also for other parts of the diagnostic assessment we do and write up. Love the explanations and the repeated explanations with different examples with always a practical explanation. The clever quizzes also boosted my confidence that I was retaining the information. Being dyslexic, I had to work hard to capture and retain and use information, but this is such a dyslexic friendly course. Thank you for a brilliant course.
Read LessI really enjoyed the way the course was delivered, the information provided, the pace and the downloadable resources
I really enjoyed the way the course was delivered, the information provided, the pace and the downloadable resources
Read LessA brilliant course looking at how to use TOMAL-2 and interpret the results, clear delivery and well-structured so it doesn't feel too overwhelming.
A brilliant course looking at how to use TOMAL-2 and interpret the results, clear delivery and well-structured so it doesn't feel too overwhelming.
Read LessThe course was delivered in a very structured, easy to follow way. Sally-Anne was very clear, succinct and interesting to listen to. I will use these courses...
Read MoreThe course was delivered in a very structured, easy to follow way. Sally-Anne was very clear, succinct and interesting to listen to. I will use these courses for CTOPP or other assessments that I am considering.
Read LessI would highly recommend all of the courses especially if you are updating your skills or are new to assessing.
I would highly recommend all of the courses especially if you are updating your skills or are new to assessing.
Read LessThe course was very detailed and went into depth to investigate all areas of TOMAL2 in a clear manner.
The course was very detailed and went into depth to investigate all areas of TOMAL2 in a clear manner.
Read LessA really comprehensive and straightforward course. Explained in an engaging and clear way. One of the most useful CPD courses I have attended.
A really comprehensive and straightforward course. Explained in an engaging and clear way. One of the most useful CPD courses I have attended.
Read LessLoved this romp through the TOMAL-2 ACI. Really clarified things for me and I know my reports will be more informative as a consequence.
Loved this romp through the TOMAL-2 ACI. Really clarified things for me and I know my reports will be more informative as a consequence.
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Sally-Ann Morrison
100% yes. This course gives you 4 hours to claim as informal CPD which can be counted towards your overall CPD hours for APC renewal
It is expected to take around 4 hours to complete, depending on how much you engage with the additional activities and links. You can repeat any of the sessions as much as you wish within your access time and all the presentations can be paused and watched again.
The course is available to you for 28 days from your booking. You don't have to complete it all in one go and you have unlimited access until your expiry date ends.
If you complete 100% of the course, you will be able to claim your certificate at the end.
Yes- there are options to join in with discussions for each lesson, as well as to join the Praxis CPD Community which is a great way of networking with other SpLD Specilaists.
