Using the BOV via Telepractice
Click here for general information about telepractice from Pearson Clinical Assessment.
Using the The Bridge of Vocabulary (BOV) in a telepractice context can be accomplished utilizing our Q-global® software system (BOV-2) or via the paper intervention product (original BOV in paper). Details regarding the Q-global system and how it is used are provided on the Q-global product page.
Theme-specific information for forced-choice assessment administrations and the BOV-2
In addition to the general information on our telepractice overview page noted above, professionals should address five factors (Eichstadt et al., 2013) when planning for using BOV-2 via telepractice:
Conclusion
Provided that you have thoroughly considered and addressed the special considerations as listed above, the examiner should be prepared to observe and comment about the reliable and valid delivery of the activities via telepractice. Document in your reporting that the activity was completed by telepractice. You may use The Bridge of Vocabulary 2 via telepractice without additional permission from Pearson in the following published contexts:
- The Bridge of Vocabulary 2 digital assets on Q-global®
Any other use of The Bridge of Vocabulary 2 via telepractice requires prior permission from Pearson. This includes, but is not limited to, scanning the paper copies, digitizing the first edition paper book, or uploading a manual on to a shared drive or site.
A customer reflects on using Q-global digital stimulus books and manuals:
Q-Global has been a great solution for us. Managing testing materials between a variety of sites and districts could be very tricky. The online testing materials have completely resolved any access challenges we faced. Observing and recording the client's response through telepractice continues to require a good deal of coordination- particularly for pointing activities. However, the clinician being able to directly manage test stimuli and present them to the client through screen share technology makes that process much less cumbersome.
Thank you for being so proactive with making your tools accessible to telepractitioners!
Nate Cornish, MS, CCC-SLP
Clinical Director
VocoVision