Dr. Conca's Learning Solutions

Diagnostics & Evaluation
Selecting the right test is important. There are several options, each with a different purpose. Which is right for you?

Screening Tests
Screening tests are brief evaluations that often require answering a series of questions. Their purpose is to identify whether a potential problem exist. Screening tests may be done virtually.
Dyslexia Screening for Adults
If you are an adult who has difficulty reading and writing, this may be a good option for you. Screening will give you an indication of the likelihood of dyslexia and whether further testing is useful.


Executive Function Screening for ADHD
If you or your child has ADHD, executive function skills are likely impacted. These skills help us plan, prioritize and complete complex tasks critical for school and job success. Screening provides insight into these critical skills, many of which can be improved.
Diagnostic Reading Tests
These tests examine different components of reading/literacy to identify strengths and weaknesses. They provide specific information about student knowledge and skills. Areas tested include: 1) phonemic awareness, 2) phonics, 3) decoding and encoding, 4) word recognition, 5) fluency, 6) vocabulary, 7) comprehension, and 8) motivation and attitudes towards reading.
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Diagnostic Reading Tests are good for students
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whose reading struggles are persistent, despite extra help and/or
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who have been tested previously, but the evaluation was incomplete with insufficient analysis of all aspects of reading or was inconsistent with other assessments.

Independent Reading Evaluations
These evaluations are used to clarify disagreements between parents and schools. They are comprehensive and their purpose is to provide outside expertise and an objective opinion about a student’s learning needs. They include 1) examination of school records and history, 2) interviews with educators and teachers, 3) administration of reading/literacy tests, 4) interpretation of test results and 5) recommendations. Usually, but not always, students’ school district pays for independent evaluations.
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Independent Evaluations are relevant for parents and/or schools if there is disagreement about:
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Identification of dyslexia and/or a reading disability
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Conclusions of school based reading/literacy assessment
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IEP goals and objectives in reading/literacy
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Services offered in reading/literacy
