COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT web2: What Does Cognitive Assessment Measure?

professional discussion in webinar format

This is an opportunity for both experienced educational psychologists and those who are new to the profession to engage in guided discussion with colleagues about the place of cognitive assessment within an ecological framework in Aotearoa New Zealand.  Opportunities to share thoughts, experiences and ask questions will be encouraged by using the chat function during the webinar.

Cognitive assessment measures just a ‘snapshot' of a person's skills – but what is "in the frame?"  This webinar will offer a quick dive into the core cognitive processes assessed in the two main cognitive assessment tools used in New Zealand (the WISC-V and Woodcock-Johnson IV) and how they might relate to a person's experience in the classroom and in life.

When: Friday 7 August, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Where:  Zoom video link
Who: NZPsS full members and student subscribers
Presented by: Polly Schaverien

Presenter     Polly Schaverien, Clinical Psychologist, How I Learn

Polly is a clinical psychologist, working both in the mental health and education and learning space.  Prior to training as a psychologist she was senior advisor to the Minister of Education.  Polly is now a director of How I Learn, a company that specialises in providing tailored, comprehensive psychological assessment services to support people who are experiencing challenges with learning.  She is also the parent of two ‘neurodiverse' learners. Her experience trying to ensure their learning needs were met, while ensuring their self-esteem remained intact, were driving forces behind her desire to specialise in this area.  Polly has provided guest lectures on cognitive assessment to interns on the Victoria University Educational Psychology programme, is a member of the IEDP committee and is a trustee of the Mental Health Foundation of NZ.

REGISTRATIONS WILL CLOSE:   MONDAY 3rd August at 4pm