Is PLS-4 still valid?

Validity evidence for the PLS-4 was present, with both subscales being positively correlated with PPVT-III scores. Agreement analysis between the PLS-4 and the PPVT-III indicated that the PLS-4 was less likely to identify a child as having a potential language delay than was the PPVT-III.

What does the PLS-4 assess?

The Preschool Language Scale-Fourth Edition (PLS-4; Zimmerman, Steiner, & Pond, 2002) is an instrument designed to evaluate language skills in children ages 0 to 6 years 11 months. The PLS-4 assesses areas including language precursors, semantics, structure, integrative language skills, and phonological awareness.

How long does it take to administer the PLS?

Administration time varies based on the child’s age and can range between 25-35 minutes for children aged birth through 11 months to 45-60 minutes for children over one year.

What is the test of early language development?

The Test of Early Language Development (TELD) is a broad range language screening device for young children. Little information is available concerning its use with developmentally delayed children.

What is the Preschool Language Scale 5?

The Preschool Language Scale Fifth Edition (PLS-5; Zimmerman, Steiner, & Pond, 2011) is an individually-administered, norm-referenced, play-based instrument that assesses developmental language skills in children from birth to 7 years, 11 months.

Can the PLS-5 be administered online?

Clinicians can review the PLS–5 test items at the age-appropriate start point in order to identify developmentally relevant skills; however, most of the time, items requiring manipulatives cannot be administered remotely unless a specially-trained facilitator is at the remote site.

What is the TELD 4?

The Test of Early Language Development (TELD-4) is a highly reliable and valid measure of spoken language. Like the previous edition, the test yields Receptive Language and Expressive Language subtest index scores, as well as a Spoken Language index score.

What is the reel 3?

The REEL-3 records parents’ observations of child behavior to identify major receptive and expressive language problems in infants and toddlers up to 3 years of age. The REEL-3 includes two core subtests, Receptive Language and Expressive Language, and a supplementary subtest, Inventory of Vocabulary Words.

Does the PLS-5 assess articulation?

The PLS-5 includes supplemental tests including an Articulation Screener, Language Sample, and a Home Communication Questionnaire. A Spanish version was published in 2012, permitting evaluators to capture bilingual children’s skills in both English and Spanish.

What is PLS™-4?

Preschool Language Scales, Fourth Edition (PLS™-4) is an interactive assessment of developmental language skills. Please note that the item can still be purchased. We will update you as soon as the item is back in our stock. Please note that the item can still be purchased. We will update you as soon as the item is back in our stock.

What’s new in the pls-5?

The latest assessment, the PLS-5, is now available. For children birth to 2.11, there are more items targeting interaction, attention, and vocal/gestural behaviors. For 5 and 6 year olds, there are more items targeting early literacy and phonological awareness skills that tap school readiness.

What is preschool language Scales 4th edition?

Preschool Language Scales, Fourth Edition (PLS™-4) is an interactive assessment of developmental language skills. The latest assessment, the PLS-5, is now available. For children birth to 2.11, there are more items targeting interaction, attention, and vocal/gestural behaviors.

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