“…The literature indicates that preservice students may not possess the knowledge and skills to assess young children with disabilities effectively (Hoot, 2000;Leatherman & Niemeyer, 2005;Ostrosky, Laumann, & Hsieh, 2005;Proctor & Niemeyer, 2001;Strangis, Kemple, & Duncan, 2002).). In addition, assessment approaches and strategies must be taught, applied and reflected upon to become part of their professional repertoire (Bagnato, 2007;Neisworth & Bagnato, 2004;Notari-Syverson & Losardo, 2008).…”