Essentials of Assessment Report Writing

The bestselling guide to reporting writing, updated and reworked for today's practice Essentials of Assessment Report Writing offers effective solutions to the creation of reader-friendly, yet targeted, psychological, and educational assessment reports.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 19 October 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

The bestselling guide to reporting writing, updated and reworked for today's practice, offers effective solutions to the creation of reader-friendly, yet targeted, psychological, and educational assessment reports. Parents, clinicians, clients, and other readers need more than test-by-test descriptions; they need an accessible analysis of the entire situation to determine their next steps. This book provides clear guidance for busy practitioners seeking ways to improve their report writing skills. With a focus on current practice, this new second edition covers DSM-5 updates and the latest assessment instruments, including the WJ IV, WISC-V, WAIS-IV, KTEA-3, and the CAS2. New discussion includes advice on tailoring the report to the audience, and annotated case reports provide illustrative models of effective report styles, interpretation, and analysis. Key concepts are highlighted for quick reference throughout, and end-of-chapter questions help reinforce understanding.

Reporting styles vary widely within the field, in both content and style; there is no definitive standard, but many reports fail to reflect best practices and therefore prove less than useful to the reader. This book provides expert guidance throughout the reporting process to help practitioners provide high-quality, accessible reports.

Integrate assessment results to provide a person-centered report. Identify and navigate critical decision points in the interpretive process. Write efficiently yet effectively while enhancing the reader's experience. Provide an accurate, informative, and readable assessment report. Incorporate practical recommendations to address the referral concerns.

Expertly-conducted assessments should culminate with a carefully constructed report that effectively communicates the findings and implications of the assessment. By following the principles and strategies outlined in this book, practitioners can produce reports that are clear, concise, and informative, helping to ensure that their clients receive the best possible care and support.

Weight: 528g
Dimension: 142 x 216 x 41 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119218685
Edition number: 2nd Edition