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RECORDED Webinars

Pearson is dedicated to helping you and your colleagues stay abreast of best practices and current research as well as maintain a high level of expertise in serving your clients and students. These webinar events are recorded presentations delivered via the Internet that you watch and listen to on your computer. They are free-of-charge to participants and vary in length.

To obtain more information on a webinar, please contact us at 1-866-335-8418 or via e-mail at: work.shops@pearson.com.

On-demand webinars available in English

The following on-demand webinars are presented in English. The schedule for on-demand webinars available in French is below the following schedule.

On-demand Webinars (English)
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00:33:11 ACS: Enhance the clinical utility of the WAIS–IV and WMS–IV
Presented by: Michael Charron
Introduction to the Advanced Clinical Solutions, a tool which provides additional scores and subtests for the WAIS–IV and WIAT–III to augment their clinical utility.
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01:03:35 AD/HD, (C)APD, or Listening Comprehension?
Presented by: Dr. Donna Geffner
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02:03:05 Administration, Scoring, and Basic Interpretation of the WAIS®–IV
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:57:51 Administration, Scoring, and Basic Interpretation of the WMS®–IV
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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00:46:27 An introduction to the new Wechsler Individual Achievement Test®—Third Edition: Canadian
Presented by: Paul Szego, Ph.D.
This session will introduce you to the new WIAT®–IIICDN. Suitable for use in various educational and clinical settings, including schools, clinics, private practices, and residential treatment facilities, the new WIAT®–IIICDN thoroughly assesses key areas of achievement and targets interventions with result-specific goal statements. This latest edition is designed to improve the diagnostic power and sensitivity of subtests, and provide maximally informative scores, skills analysis, and meaningful comparisons between achievement and ability.
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00:54:50 Answering Tough Questions in CELF®–4 Diagnosis and Interpretation
Presented by: Elisabeth H. Wiig, Ph.D.
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00:36:41 Assessing adaptive behaviour and independent living skills in your clients using the Vineland–II Adaptive Behavior Scales – Second Edition (Vineland™–II), Texas Functional Living Scales (TFLS), and Independent Living Scales™ (ILS™)
Presented by: Jennifer Gauthier
This session provides an overview of different measures that are available today to assess personal skills needed for daily/independent living. Focusing on the Vineland™–II, the ILS™, and the new TFLS, it outlines key features and clinical utilities and discusses how these practical tools can help you identify individuals who are in need of an increased level of care, such as individuals with dementia, autism, intellectual disabilities, TBI, and certain psychiatric diagnoses.
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01:02:04 Assessment of Suboptimal Effort
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow & Dr. Anne-Marie Kimbell
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00:12:25 Auditory Skills Assessment (ASA) Intro: An Introduction to the new Auditory Skills Assessment
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
This introductory session will take less than 15 minutes to review. At the conclusion, you will learn what the ASA is, why you might want to use it with children 3-6 to 6-11, when it will be released, and how to obtain additional information on the ASA or any other Pearson speech measure.
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00:36:47 BASC™–2
Presented by: Jennifer Gauthier
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00:44:51 Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development®—Third Edition (Bayley®–III): Introduction to the tool and its clinical utility
Presented by: Michael Charron
For over 20 years, professionals working with infants and toddlers have relied on the proven Bayley® Scales. The third edition includes a family of assessment tools, including the 15- to 25-minute screener and the comprehensive diagnostic measure of development, paired with software applications to facilitate administration flexibility as well as scoring. This interactive session provides you with a comprehensive overview of the Bayley®–III instruments and insights into their clinical utility.
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00:36:33 Bayley®–III Screening Test
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
Learn about the test that helps you screen for developmental delays and then conduct in-depth assessment, if needed.
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00:19:47 Behavior and Emotional Screening System (BESS): Part of the BASC™–2 family
Presented by: Larry Hanken
Learn about using the quick classroom screener for behavioral and emotional issues.
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00:24:00 Behavior Assessment System for Children—Second Edition: Overview Presentation
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
The BASC-2 is a multi-method, multi-dimensional system designed to help professionals understand the behaviors and emotions of children, adolescents, and young adults. In approximately 20 minutes, Dr. Gloria Maccow will describe the components of the BASC-2 - Teacher Rating Scales (TRS), Parent Rating Scales (PRS), Self-Report of Personality (SRP), Student Observation System (SOS), and Structured Developmental History (SDH).
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01:21:56 Best Practices in the Evaluation of Autism Spectrum Disorders (Ages 0 – 3) 
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
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00:55:15 Build a Foundation for Treatment in the First Weeks of School
Presented by: Sarah James MA, CCC-SLP
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00:42:08 Capturing Behavioural and Mental Health Challenges in Educational Settings
Presented by: Paul Szego, Ph.D.
Academic success is frequently hindered by overlapping – but unrelated – behavioural difficulties and mental health challenges. In many of these cases, simply assessing academic performance will not tell you why a student is suffering in a given area. In this hour-long webinar, we will discuss a number of assessments that are intended to capture behaviours that are positive (e.g., resilency) and negative (e.g., distractibility), and relate them to classroom settings.
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01:30:00 Conducting Geriatric Evaluations: Using Data from the WAIS®–IV, WMS®–IV, and ACS
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:31:10 Conducting TBI Evaluations: Using Data from the WAIS®–IV, WMS®–IV, and ACS
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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00:29:07 DAS–II for Beginners
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
This overview presentation describes the purpose and uses of the DAS–II, general theoretical background, and information concerning general procedures for administration, scoring, and interpretation.
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00:59:14 DIAL™–4 Overview
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
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TBA DIAL™–4—Module 1: Introduction to the DIAL–4
In this Module we address basic facts regarding the revision and help you learn the essentials as you prepare to administer the test.
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DIAL™–4—Module 2: Administering the Motor Area
This Module presents the motor items of the DIAL–4. You will learn the key points of administration and scoring of this area.
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DIAL™–4—Module 3: Administering the Concepts Area
This Module describes the concepts items of the DIAL–4. You will learn key elements of administration and scoring the concepts items in this module.
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DIAL™–4—Module 4: Administering the Language Area
This Module presents the language items on the DIAL–4. You will learn important administration and scoring rules for the language items in this module.
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DIAL™–4—Module 5: Administering the Speed DIAL–4
This Module highlights the items associated with the Speed DIAL–4. Remember that the test items of the Speed DIAL–4 are a subset of the full DIAL–4 items. Therefore, if you are watching other modules, you may not need to view this Module as the item demonstrations and basic instruction on administration are the same. However, if you are only administering the Speed DIAL–4, this Module and the first and last modules will be essential.
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DIAL™–4—Module 6: Introducing the Parent and Teacher Questionnaires
This Module presents information concerning how to administer and use the Parent and Teacher questionnaires.
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DIAL™–4—Module 7/8: Completing the Score Summary and Test Interpretation
The last modules go hand-in-hand, as we provide examples of completing the score summary and interpreting the screening results. Suggestions on working with parents are also included.
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00:43:40 Different Students, Different Struggles, Differentiated Instruction: Who's learning, who's struggling, and what to do about it?
Presented by: Paul Szego, Ph.D.
In any given class, there will be students who are doing just fine, students who are having some troubles with some area(s), and students that are struggling throughout. In this hour-long webinar, we will discuss ways of quickly and accurately identifying which students belong in which group, and ways of addressing these different levels of needs across different academic areas.
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00:36:47 Effective screening of students' academic abilities and progress: An introduction to the Wechsler Fundamentals: Academic Skills—Canadian (WF:ASCDN)
Presented by: Paul Szego, Ph.D.
This session introduces the new WF:ASCDN, a quick and efficient measure of assessing reading abilities, spelling abilities, and numerical operations skills. Based on Canadian norms, it can be used as a school-wide screener to identify students at risk of academic failure, or in a clinical context to guide intervention strategies and further diagnostic options based on test results. The instrument can also be used as a second alternative measure of achievement, or as a measure of progress.
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00:04:38 EVT-2 (Expressive Vocabulary Test, Second Edition)
Presented by: Tina Eichstadt
Learn about this measure of expressive vocabulary and word retreival.
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01:26:00 Frontal Dysfunction Following Traumatic Brain Injury: A Case of a Modern Day Phineas Gage
Presented by: Dr. Dean Delis
This webinar will provide an introduction to the assessment of frontal-lobe deficits following traumatic brain injury. During the 1.5 hour webinar, Dr. Delis will provide a brief history of theories of frontal-lobe functions and the methods that psychologists have used to assess these functions. Using a case approach that is reminiscent of Phineas Gage, Dr. Delis will demonstrate how data from several assessment instruments can be used to characterize cognitive deficits that commonly occur following traumatic brain injury.
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01:01:11 Goldman-Fristoe 2: Research, Administration, and Interpretation
Presented by: Ronald Goldman, Ph.D.
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00:34:47 Identifying Full-Day Kindergarten Readiness and Early Indicators of Learning
Presented by: Paul Szego, Ph.D.
With more and more schools moving to Full Day Kindergarten, the need to ascertain who is ready for the classroom is becoming increasingly important. In this hour-long webinar, we will discuss a number of ways that you can quickly and effectively identify challenges with learning, communication, and classroom behaviours.
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00:19:32 KeyMath: The Formula for Success
Presented by: Paul Szego, Ph.D.
Learn how to use the KeyMath 3 Diagnostic Assessment to quickly and accurately identify the causes of a child's mathematical challenges, and follow up with the KeyMath 3 Essential Resources to monitor their progress using the included lesson plans.
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00:21:11 KeyMath™ 3 Diagnostic Assessment
Presented by: Larry Hanken
Learn about the individually administered measure of essential mathematical concepts and skills.
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00:40:24 Motor and movement assessment using the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development®—Third Edition, Movement Assessment Battery for Children—Second Edition, and Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency—Second Edition
Presented by: Jennifer Gauthier
The development of healthy movement and motor skills is critical for individuals of all ages to live a successful life. Disorders in speed, fluency, quality, or ease of fine and gross motor and movement skills can significantly impair the experience of daily living activities. This session provides you with insights into today's key assessment tools that can help you identify the nature of such disorders and develop efficient intervention and treatment strategies.
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01:30:47 Overview of Advanced Clinical Solutions for WAIS–IV® and WMS–IV®
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:31:52 Overview of DAS®–II
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:01:54 Overview of the WMS®–IV: Flexible Approach
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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00:35:11 Overview of Woodcock Reading Mastery Test—Third Edition
Presented by: Misty Sprague M.A., Ed.S., NCSP
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01:31:38 PAL–II Advanced: Tiered Assessment and Intervention
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
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00:03:35 PPVT-4 (Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test, Fourth Edition)
Presented by: Tina Eichstadt
Learn about this measure of receptive vocabulary for Standard American English.
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01:00:55 QOLI® Webinar: Introduction to Positive Psychology and the Quality of Life Inventory
Presented by: Michael B. Frisch, Ph.D.
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00:49:18 Reliably assessing receptive and expressive vocabulary and word retrieval skills in individuals of all ages: Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test—Fourth Edition (PPVT™–4) and Expressive Vocabulary Test—Second Edition (EVT–2)
Presented by: Michael Charron
Knowledge of basic concepts is critical to an individual's language and cognitive development. The PPVT™–4 is the gold-standard in assessing receptive vocabulary, assisting professionals effectively in their role of fostering growth in language and literacy skills. The EVT–2, to be used in conjunction with the PPVT™–4, measures expressive vocabulary and word retrieval. Designed for the assessment of individuals of all ages, the two tests are well suited for screening, diagnosis, and progress measurement. During this session, you will gain insights into the characteristics of the two instruments and how they are used together.
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00:23:25 SCAN–3
Presented by: Nancy Castilleja
The SCAN–3 is soon to be released! Learn more about the revision in this brief overview. Samples of tasks included!
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01:00:00 SCL–90–R®, BSI® and BSI® 18 Webinar
Presented by: Leonard Derogatis, Ph.D.
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01:26:00 Social Skills in Early Childhood 
Presented by: Stephen N. Elliott, Ph.D.
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01:00:32 Social Skills: Enabling Learning, Growing Friends 
Presented by: Stephen N. Elliott, Ph.D.
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00:59:05 The Derogatis Checklist Series: SCL–90–R®, BSI®, and BSI® 18
Presented by: Leonard Derogatis, Ph.D.
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00:59:41 The Work Sampling System: An Overview
Presented by: Samuel J. Meisels
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01:27:21 Using WAIS®–IV, WMS®–IV, and ACS in Forensic Evaluations (Custody & Capital Punishment)
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
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01:33:29 Using WAIS-IV, WMS-IV, and ACS for Evalutation of TBI
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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00:21:10 Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales—Second Edition (Vineland–II)
Presented by: Larry Hanken
Learn about the leading instrument for measuring personal and social skills.
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00:13:55 Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale®—Fourth Edition (WAIS–IV): Overview
Presented by: Larry Hanken
This session provides you with essential information regarding the features of the WAIS–IV. You will learn about some of the key differences between the WAIS–III and WAIS–IV, including examples of new subtests. This session is designed for clinicians that have not yet purchased the WAIS–IV, or those who have purchased and want to gain an overview prior to reading the manuals or attending a webinar.
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00:25:51 Wechsler Memory Scale—Fourth Edition (WMS®–IV): An Introduction
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
This session provides you with essential information regarding the features of the WMS–IV.
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00:51:27 What is the Important Vocabulary to Teach in Preschool?
Presented by: Kathleen T. Williams, Ph.D., NCSP
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00:12:55 WIAT®–III: An Introduction
Presented by: Larry Hanken
This session provides you with essential information regarding the features of the WIAT–III .
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02:00:04 WIAT–III: Administration & Scoring
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:32:48 WIAT–III: Interpreting Reading Comprehension
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:28:04 WIAT–III: Overview
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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00:58:42 WIAT–III: Q&A
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
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01:24:43 WIAT–III: Scoring the Essay Composition
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:27:35 WIAT–III: Scoring the Sentence Composition
Presented by: Dr. Gloria Maccow
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01:30:36 WISC®–IV Interpretation & WISC®–IV Integration
Presented by: Dr. Amy Dilworth Gabel
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On-demand webinars available in French

The following on-demand webinars are presented in French. The schedule for on-demand webinars available in English is above the following schedule.

On-demand Webinars (French)
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Webinar Name, Presenter, and Description Play
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00:59:18 Présentation du Test de rendement individuel de Wechsler—Deuxième édition—Version pour francophones du Canada (WIAT–IICDN-F) : Évaluez les compétences académiques nécessaires à la réussite scolaire.
Presented by: Virginie Cailleux
Présentation du WIAT–IICDN-F, incluant une description des utilités cliniques, de l'administration et la notation, et du contenu des composantes et des sous-tests.
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01:28:18 Présentation exhaustive de l'Évaluation clinique des notions langagières fondamentales—Version pour francophones du Canada (CELFCDN-F) : Identifiez et diagnostiquez les problèmes du langage rapidement et précisément
Presented by: Pierre Choquette
Présentation exhaustive du CELFCDN-F, incluant une description du modèle du processus à quatre niveaux, des sous-tests, de l'administration, et de la performance clinique.
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00:45:54 Système d'évaluation du comportement de l'enfant—Deuxième édition—Version pour francophones du Canada (BASC–2CDN-F)
Presented by: Virginie Cailleux
Lors du séminaire en ligne, nous présenterons les différentes caractéristiques du BASC–2 telles que l'utilité clinique et le contenu, la description des échelles cliniques et adaptatives, les grandes lignes de l'administration, la présentation du logiciel de correction et de ses caractéristiques, ainsi que les études de validité cliniques.
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