Diagnostic assessments

Interview a school psychologist about diagnostic assessments and his or her role in the process of evaluating individuals with exceptionalities. Your interview should address the following prompts:

The criteria and distinguishing factors of unbiased formal and informal diagnostic assessments;
Examples of and how unbiased formal diagnostic assessments are administered to individuals with exceptionalities, including any legal and ethical requirements;
Examples of and how unbiased informal diagnostic assessments are administered to individuals with exceptionalities, including any legal and ethical requirements;
How the school psychologist interprets information from a unbiased formal diagnostic assessment;
How the school psychologist interprets information from a non biased informal diagnostic assessment;
How the assessment information is used in making eligibility, program and placement decisions for individuals with exceptionalities; and
Strategies in communicating assessment results to various stakeholders.
In 250-500 words, summarize and reflect upon your interview.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

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