About Recall

Recall is a suite of computerised tests designed to assess working memory skills in the age range 7 years 0 months to 16 years 11 months. The Recall suite comprises standardised tests of the following memory processes:

• Phonological loop (Word Recall test)

• Visuo-spatial sketchpad (Pattern Recall test)

• Central executive function (Counting Recall test)

In addition, Recall provides the following additional standardised measures derived from those core tests:

• Composite working memory skills

• Working memory processing speed

Test administration is carried out entirely online through the Testwise platform.

Each test begins with spoken instructions and practice items. The total suite takes 20–30 minutes. Full details of the tests in Recall, including guidelines on test administration, are given in Chapter 2. Results, based on nationally standardised norms, are available after the tests are completed. Results are given in standard score (SAS) and centile score formats and age equivalents within the age range 5:0 – 16:11. Guidance on understanding results and interpreting reports are given in Chapter 3, with advice on how children with poor working memory can be helped given in Chapter 4. Finally, Chapter 4 discusses a number of illustrative case studies, providing pointers for effective intervention and classroom support.

Recall provides a reliable, valid, and efficient method for identifying children with a poor working memory. It is a fully digitised assessment that can be used to assess individuals or large groups.

Recall does not require specialist teacher or assessor input and is therefore particularly suited to large-scale screening. The test is largely self-administered, and results are available immediately; both factors help to reduce administrative load and avoid time delays.

Each of the three subtests is adaptive, with progress through each test and point of discontinuation being determined by cumulative performance. This reduces assessment time and helps to maintain the test-taker’s motivation regardless of ability.

No minimum time interval needs to be placed on retesting, nor on the number of occasions that retests are given. This can be very useful when needing to evaluate the impact of an intervention over time.

• Fully computerised
• 20-30 minutes
• Assess working memory skills in students aged 7 to 16
• Interactive and engaging
• 3 adaptive subtests