Special Education

Educational Report

Name: Anonymous   Date: 10/3/05
D:O:B : 10/18/03 Examiner:
C.A. 1.11 (23 months)

INTRODUCTION:

Anyonmous is a 23-month-old boy who comes from an English speaking family. He has no siblings. He was evaluated due to concerns regarding his speech and language skills. He was the product of a vaginal delivery with no significant medical history. Although, he did stop breathing at 3 days old and was hospitalized for 5 days. He weighed   8 lbs. 3 ozs. at birth. His motor milestones were achieved at age expectancy or earlier.

TESTS ADMINISTERED:

The Mullen Scales of Early Learning (MSEL) (AGS Edition 1995) provides normative scales for physical, cognitive and speech development.

The Hawaii Early Learning Profile (HELP) Strands is a checklist for assessing, planning and monitoring the progress of children.

Clinical Observation

BEHAVIOR DURING ASSESSMENT:

Anyonmous was tested within his home environment in an area free from distraction. Present throughout the exam was his mother and father who were extremely helpful in providing any necessary information regarding Anyonmous's development. Anonymous was happy, displaying a sweet disposition with this examiner. He easily warmed-up and began interacting. During the evaluation, Anonymous made some vocalizations, however, few words were heard. Anonymous was cooperative and attentive. He attempted all of the tasks presented to him. Anyonoumoust's eye contact and relatedness were good. He was very happy and smiled often through testing.

TEST RESULTS:

Mullen Scales of Early Learning (MSEL):

Results T-Scores/S.D. % Tile Age Equivalent

I. Gross Motor: 58 79 27 months
II. Visual Reception: 53 62 25 months
III. Fine Motor: 44 27 22 months

Summary of Results:

Gross motor skills reveal that Anonymous is functioning at an age equivalent of about 27 months and is in the 79th percentile. Anonymous was able to kick a ball, run, throw a ball underhand, and roll to... [continues]

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