Focused Functional Assessment Interview

Dr. Karen Anderson with Michelle Andros

Interview style course with presenter Dr. Karen Anderson. Dr. Anderson discusses WHY it is critical to perform functional assessments, the disadvantages of only obtaining norm-referenced information, HOW to apply the framework of the Deaf Lens in planning to assess, plus examples of WHAT assessments can be used. Includes resources.

Course curriculum

Focused Functional Assessment

    1. Course Handouts - Focused Functional Assessment

    2. Focused Functional Assessment - Module 1 - 17 min

    3. Focused Functional Assessment - Module 2- 20 min

    4. Focused Functional Assessment - Module 3 - 20 min

    5. Focused Functional Assessment - Module 4 - 25 min

    6. Focused Functional Assessment - Module 5 - 18 min

    7. Focused Functional Assessment - Module 6 - 17 min

    8. Focused Functional Assessment - Quiz

    9. Course Evaluation - Focused Functional Assessment

    10. ASHA-Directions on How to Use the ASHA Form

    11. ASHA Verification Form - Focused Functional Assessment

    12. LSLS CEU Letter - Focused Functional Assessment

    13. ISBE Professional Development Hours

    14. Completion of Approved Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) Hour(s) Certificate

    15. RID Professional Development Hours

3 Learner Outcomes

  • Describe the framework of applying Deaf Lens questions in planning to assess student needs.
  • Name at least 20 functional assessment that can be used with students who are DHH
  • Reference materials that exemplify how to select functional assessments, glean useful results, and include in assessment reports.

Meet your Instructor

Karen Anderson

Karen Anderson PhD has worked in clinical, public school and state-level (EHDI) settings to address the needs of children with hearing loss. She is Director of Supporting Success for Children with Hearing Loss, providing online resources for professionals and families. Karen is a past president of the Educational Audiology Association, has received national recognition awards in educational audiology. She is the author or co-author of many practical checklists, such as the SIFTER, LIFE-R, and CHILD and co-author of the book Building Skills for School Success in the Fast-Paced Classroom with Kathy Arnoldi and other publications sold through Supporting Success.