What type of assessment is characterized by test-teach-retest procedures?

Dynamic assessment includes procedures that focus on learning potential and the ability to gain new skills through a structured process. The test-teach-retest approach is central to dynamic assessment because it not only evaluates a learner’s initial capabilities but also involves teaching or providing intervention between the initial assessment and a follow-up assessment. This process helps to gather information about how the individual learns and responds to instruction.

In dynamic assessment, the emphasis is on understanding the process of learning rather than merely the outcome of what has been learned. By using this method, clinicians can identify not only what the individual knows but also their capacity to learn when given support, thus providing insights into their potential for growth and the effectiveness of interventions. This is crucial in speech-language pathology as it helps inform treatment planning and estimates how the client might progress over time.

Other forms of assessment, such as standardized assessments, primarily focus on measuring a fixed set of skills against normative data, while criterion-referenced assessments evaluate performance against a predetermined standard. Cognitive assessments focus on a broader spectrum of cognitive function and abilities, rather than specifically addressing learning with instructional support.