Evaluating Students from Diverse Populations Intro

Evaluating students from second language backgrounds involves navigating complex communication challenges. It's crucial to distinguish between second language influence and genuine disorders to avoid misdiagnosis, which can lead to inappropriate services for bilingual children. Various tools and resources are available to assist in interpreting test scores and conducting non-standardized assessments, making the evaluation process for diverse children more straightforward and manageable. With the right approach, confidence in diagnosis can be achieved without uncertainty.