From Paper to Tablet: The Digital Launch of the Woodcock-Johnson V

For decades, psychological assessment batteries like the Woodcock-Johnson series were administered exclusively through paper booklets, stimulus cards, and CDs. Now, the wait is over—the Woodcock-Johnson V (WJ V) has officially launched as a fully digital assessment, representing a major leap forward in efficiency, standardization, and user experience.

What is the Woodcock-Johnson V (WJ V)?

The WJ V is the newest edition in the Woodcock-Johnson assessment suite, offering a comprehensive evaluation of cognitive abilities, academic achievement, and oral language. Used widely for psychoeducational evaluations, special education eligibility, and intervention planning, the WJ V builds on the legacy of its predecessors with modern digital capabilities and updated content aligned with CHC theory.

Goodbye Rolling Bags. Hello iPads.

With the WJ V’s digital release, testing no longer requires examiners to lug around heavy kits. All administration is now conducted via a laptop for the examiner and a 10" or larger iPad for the examinee. Test items are presented digitally, and responses are captured, scored, and reported automatically through Riverside Score, significantly reducing the administrative burden.

 “It’s going to be 100% standardized across examiners… test administration is going to be a lot more streamlined.”  – Kevin McGrew, PhD

Key Features of the Digital WJ V

• Automated scoring and ceiling rules reduce errors and speed up test sessions.
• Built-in examiner guidance ensures fidelity to standardization.
• Engaging touchscreen interface keeps students focused and motivated.
• Audio and video prompts create consistency and accessibility across administrations.
• Real-time screen control lets examiners manage examinee activity without reaching across the table.
• Qualitative observations and spoken response recording support deeper analysis.

 “You’ve got kids that now get to touch and tap on the iPad... This is what this generation knows.”  – Erica LaForte, PhD

Why Go Digital?

The digital WJ V offers a seamless, modern testing experience that reduces examiner fatigue and enhances accuracy. Expanded item sets, interactive visuals, and automation provide richer data, while preserving the examiner-examinee relationship. It’s not just a digital replica—it’s a reimagined experience that reflects how we teach, learn, and evaluate today.

Unlocking the Future of Assessment

The WJ V is more than a technological update—it’s a transformation. With streamlined workflows, intuitive tools, and expanded insights, the digital WJ V empowers educators and psychologists to focus on what matters most: supporting every learner’s potential.

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