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Can you provide a sample question from ASQ-3?
A question from the Problem Solving section of ASQ-3’s 2 month questionnaire, for example, is: When you hold your baby in a sitting position, does she look at a toy (about the size of a cup or rattle) that you place on the table or floor in front of her? Download a sample questionnaire .
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Are parents able to demonstrate tasks on ASQ-3 to the child unless otherwise instructed not to?
Questions include specific instructions about demonstrating, or not demonstrating, tasks if either of those actions would significantly negatively affect the responses. If there are no specific instructions for a question, then demonstrating beforehand should not affect responses and parents can do so if they choose.
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What are the specific guidelines for how many hours child care providers should be working with children in order to fill out an ASQ-3 or ASQ:SE-2?
While the ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 are designed primarily to be completed by parents, caregivers or teachers who spend at least 15-20 hours a week with a child may also complete the questionnaires. This ensures that the person completing the questionnaire is familiar with the child's skills. We recommend that parents be in…
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How does ASQ-3 involve parents?
ASQ-3 relies on parents to observe their child and to complete the simple questionnaires about their child’s abilities. Having parents complete the developmental questionnaires is not only cost effective, but also enhances the accuracy of screening by tapping into parents’ in-depth knowledge about their children. Usi…
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How do I get more information about ASQ-3 and/or ASQ:SE-2 usage and rights and permissions?
If your question is not answered by the information provided in the Rights & Permissions section of the ASQ Knowledge Base, please email your inquiry to Brookes Publishing’s Subsidiary Rights Department at [email protected] . E-mails are answered as quickly as possible. However, due to the volume of inqui…
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What is the best way to screen English language learners? Should they be screened in English or should teachers translate the questionnaire into the child's home language?
Because you want the optimal performance from the child, if a child has difficulty understanding English, you should use his or her native language if possible. ASQ-3 measures all developmental domains and is not designed as an measurement of English skills. So, for the 42 month questionnaire, item 1 in Fine Motor me…
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Will the ASQ-3 results for each of the domains be in the same order for every language (i.e., communication, gross motor, fine motor, problem solving, social)? We have a template with the domains in our electronic health record, but many of our staff won't actually be able to read the forms in other languages.
Yes, the domains on the Information Summary sheets for every translation follow the same order as the English. The translations all mirror the English so that someone who doesn’t speak the language can follow along if they choose.
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Do the questionnaires need to be completed independently by a parent?
While the questionnaires were developed so that parents could complete them independently, it is acceptable for a professional to provide assistance. In situations where literacy is an issue, a professional can read the questions to the parent. A professional can also provide explanation to assist with understanding …
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Can online ASQ questionnaires be accessed and completed on an iPad with internet access?
Yes, ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 online questionnaires available through ASQ Family Access can be accessed on an iPad with internet access. The ASQ Family Access website is mobile optimized which allows for easy viewing of questionnaires on tablets and mobile phones.
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What toys or educational materials are helpful with assessing development in children using the ASQ-3? Is there a list of tried and tested toys?
ASQ-3 is designed to be completed using items that are familiar to the child and commonly available in the child's house or child care center. See a full list of items needed for each questionnaire interval here . For convenience, the ASQ-3 Materials Kit is also available for purchase . This kit contains 20 attrac…
