The Test of Auditory Processing Skills-4 (TAPS-4), a language processing skills assessment, assesses skills across three intersecting areas: phonological processing, auditory memory and listening comprehension. These areas underpin the development of effective listening and communication skills and are critical to the development of higher order language skills, including literacy skills. This session will provide the participant with the background and uses of the TAPS-4, as well as how to administer, score, and interpret the TAPS-4. Participants are encouraged to bring their own TAPS-4 kits for hands-on assessment practice in the second half of this training. (90 minutes will be dedicated to assessment theory/interpretation; 90 minutes will be dedicated to hands-on practice.)
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the purpose, key components, and benefits of the TAPS-4
- Identify the three areas of language processing skills addressed by the TAPS-4
- Discuss how to administer, score, and interpret the TAPS-4
- Translate assessment data from the TAPS-4 into individualized recommendations and intervention targets for school-based teams
The trainer is Stephanie Held from WPS Publish.
***If you are in possession of the TAPS-4, please bring it to this training.***
***ESC, Region 20 values accessibility and will do everything possible to provide the requested accommodations; however, requests made within ten (10) business days of the event cannot be guaranteed. For questions contact: shelly.bybee@esc20.net***
*** Three TSHA credits are pending.***
*** This program has been submitted for approval for 3 hours of continuing education in the General domain of for school psychologists in CE Broker.***
This session is free to members of the Special Education Cooperative.