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In K–12 education, multilingual learners (MLs) face unique and complex challenges. Many come from homes without strong English-language supp...
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The Elevation Point
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Empowering Bilingual Assessment with WJ V and Batería IV
Empowering Bilingual Assessment with WJ V and Batería IV
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WJ V Test Spotlight: Support Expressive Language with the Oral Language Samples Test!
Introducing the WJ V Oral Language Samples Test Oral expression is a vital skill for academic success and everyday communication. It reflect...
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How to Effectively Support English Learners with WMLS III in an MTSS System
How to Effectively Support English Learners with WMLS III in an MTSS System In today's diverse educational landscape, supporting English Lea...
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CogAT Wins Excellence in Equity Award for Multilingual Learning Innovation
At Riverside Insights, we believe every student deserves a fair chance to succeed, regardless of their background. That’s why we’re thrilled...
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Addressing the Unique Needs of Emergent Bilinguals: Part 2
Best Practices in Assessing Early English Language Learners
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Addressing the Unique Needs of Emergent Bilinguals: Part 1
Strategies for Effective Assessment and Support
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Cognitive-Academic Language Proficiency & the WJ V
Cognitive-Academic Language Proficiency (CALP Score) Applications for English Language Learners and Beyond
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This Child is Gifted. Now What?
School communities often have robust processes for identifying gifted and talented students through assessments like the Cognitive Abilities...
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Are the WJ IV Tests of Cognitive Abilities Language-loaded? One Evaluator's Perspective
Why Language Loading is Actually Important: A Unique Lens into a Student's Functioning
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Supporting Emerging Bilinguals: Part 2
Part 2: Servicing Emerging Bilingual Students in Gifted Education
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Supporting Emerging Bilinguals: Part 1
How do we find the sweet spot of intersectionality between gifted and Emergent Bilingual?
A super quick read.
Supporting ELs in Class: Instruction is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
Making small changes in the classroom can make a big impact for all students, possibly a life-changing one for English learners.
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5 Practical Ways to Support English Learners in the Classroom
Using common sense tactics, teachers can help English learners overcome hurdles and achieve in the classroom
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Go Beyond The Standard Score: Validating Your Data when Assessing ELs
Considering context is essential to a valid EL evaluation. The assessment of English learners (EL) has been a challenge for psychologists an...
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Choose Your Own Adventure: An EL Case Study on Data Validation and Interpretation
A Fireside Chat with Dr. Pedro Olvera: An EL Case Study on Data Validation and Interpretation
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Riverside Launches New Tests to Support Learning Needs in Arabic
Riverside Insights Launches First Intelligence and Achievement Assessments for the Arab-Speaking World
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Exploring Models to Address Learning Gaps for ELs
The new school year has begun, and most children are eagerly returning to their classrooms. For most students, it’s been approximately eight...
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Impacts of the WJ IV Tests of Oral Language: A Series of Case Studies
As a school psychologist, I am always looking for that balance in tests that I select when assessing for special education considerations. I...
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Four Ways to Use Visuals when Teaching English Language Learners
If you were to walk into my high school Language Arts classroom mid-unit you might see students working in cooperative groups using good old...
A super quick read.
Remote Administration of the WJ IV, Bateria IV, and WMLS III
Watch this video for information on remote administration of the WJ IV, Bateria IV, and WMLS III.
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Measuring Reasoning Skills Among English Learner Students
Ability tests differ from achievement tests. While achievement tests measure classroom learning, ability tests prompt students to demonstrat...
A super quick read.
Using the WMLS III to Evaluate Dyslexia in English and Spanish Speakers
Watch this video on how to use WMLS III to evaluate dyslexia in English and Spanish speakers.
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