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Cognitive and Reading Profiles of Two Samples of Canadian First Nations Children: Comparing Two Models for Identifying Reading Disability
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Janzen, Troy M.; Saklofske, Donald H.; Das, J. P. – Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 2013
Two Canadian First Nations samples of Grades 3 and 4 children were assessed for cognitive processing, word reading, and phonological awareness skills. Both groups were from Plains Cree rural reservations in different provinces. The two groups showed significant differences on several key cognitive variables although there were more similarities…
Descriptors: Canada Natives, Indigenous Populations, Cognitive Processes, Reading Skills
Teachers--The Vital Resource: The Contribution of Emotional Intelligence to Teacher Efficacy and Well-Being
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Vesely, Ashley K.; Saklofske, Donald H.; Leschied, Alan D. W. – Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 2013
The study of emotional intelligence (EI) shows promise in predicting educational competencies and positive life outcomes. Considering the many demands placed on teachers and the link to occupational stress, burnout, and decreased job satisfaction, EI may be foundational to developing competencies that lead to improved psychological health and…
Descriptors: Teacher Effectiveness, Well Being, Emotional Intelligence, Job Satisfaction
WISC-IV GAI and CPI in Psychoeducational Assessment
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Bremner, Dawn; McTaggart, Breanne; Saklofske, Donald H.; Janzen, Troy – Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 2011
The General Ability Index (GAI) and Cognitive Proficiency Index (CPI) are two index scores that can be calculated for the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Fourth Canadian Edition (WISC-IV[superscript CDN]). The GAI comprises the verbal comprehension and perceptual reasoning subtests and reflects reasoning abilities. The CPI includes the…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Intelligence Tests, Short Term Memory, Psychoeducational Methods
Cognitive Proficiency Index for the Canadian Edition of the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Fourth Edition
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Saklofske, Donald H.; Zhu, Jianjun; Coalson, Diane L.; Raiford, Susan E.; Weiss, Lawrence G. – Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 2010
The Cognitive Proficiency Index (CPI) developed for the most recent Wechsler intelligence scales comprises the working memory and processing speed subtests. It reflects the proficiency and efficiency of cognitive processing and provides another lens for analyzing children's abilities assessed by the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children--Fourth…
Descriptors: Intelligence, Measures (Individuals), Short Term Memory, Cognitive Processes
School Psychology in Canada: A Survey of Roles and Functions, Challenges and Aspirations
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Jordan, Jason J.; Hindes, Yvonne L.; Saklofske, Donald H. – Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 2009
School psychology in Canada has evolved in recent years from being comprised mainly of "testers" to being regarded as an important partner in promoting the psychological and educational needs of children and supporting the mandates of our educational systems. As well, school psychology is now recognized as an area of specialization…
Descriptors: Graduate Study, Educational Needs, Foreign Countries, Specialization