Researcher Summary
Dr. Amy Scott is a Senior Lecturer and programme coordinator for the Better Start Literacy Approach microcredentials in the Child Well-being Research Institute at the University of Canterbury. She has a background as a speech-language therapist, working with a diverse range of populations including young children, adolescents, parents and students with Special Education Needs.
Dr. Scott is a researcher on several projects focused on children’s early literacy success. Her research interests include the development of tools and resources for teachers and whānau, to support the facilitation of early literacy and language success. Dr. Scott has led the advancement of the online assessment tools that form part of the Better Start Literacy Approach, and has particular expertise in the development of multi-purpose assessment tools, which bridge the gap between literacy research and teacher practice.
Dr Scott holds undergraduate qualifications in Psychology and Speech and Language Therapy (with Honours), a Postgraduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching, and a PhD in Education, all from the University of Canterbury.
