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Ask Sophia: How to Get Started

Getting Started with Ask Sophia

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Written by Byron McClure
Updated over 4 months ago

What is Ask Sophia?

Ask Sophia is an AI assistant built directly into Studio Writer. Instead of switching apps or researching elsewhere, you can ask questions and get professional responses that appear right in your document.

How to Access Ask Sophia

  1. Click Studio Writer in the left-hand panel

  2. Create a new Studio Writer thread or click into an existing one

  3. Create a new template section by selecting the "+ Add Section" button and give it a name

  4. Click Tools in the bottom center of your screen

  5. Select the "Ask Sophia" tool

Your First Question

Enter your prompt in the box and get started. Try something simple:

  • "Help me write behavioral observations for a cooperative student"

  • "Create a daily behavior tracking sheet"

  • "Explain ADHD symptoms in parent-friendly language"

Getting Your Response

Responses return within 3-45 seconds, depending on complexity.

Edit Directly

Once you get a response, you can:

  • Edit the text immediately

  • Add your own insights

  • Customize for your specific case

  • Copy sections to other documents

How Ask Sophia Works

Ask Anything

Type natural questions like you're talking to a colleague:

  • "Write recommendations for a student with reading difficulties"

  • "Create IEP goals based on these test scores"

  • "Design a social skills lesson for 4th graders"

Get Instant Responses

Sophia generates professional responses immediately. No waiting, no separate windows. All responses appear directly in your Studio Writer document where you're already working.

Common Use Cases

Report Writing

  • Assessment Interpretation: "Interpret these WISC-5 scores: FSIQ 89, VCI 95, VSI 98, FRI 85, WMI 78, PSI 72"

  • Background Sections: "Write a developmental history using this data: normal pregnancy, speech delays age 2-3, repeated kindergarten"

  • Recommendations: "Create recommendations for a student with ADHD and anxiety who needs organizational support"

Document Creation

  • Behavior Plans: "Design a behavior intervention plan for classroom outbursts during math"

  • Data Collection: "Create a progress monitoring sheet for reading fluency interventions"

  • Parent Materials: "Build a handout explaining executive functioning deficits to parents"

Assessment Analysis

  • Complex Profiles: "Analyze this assessment pattern and explain what it means for classroom functioning"

  • Multi-Assessment Integration: "Integrate WISC-5, WIAT-4, and BASC-3 results into unified recommendations"

  • Differential Diagnosis: "Help me differentiate between ADHD and trauma symptoms in this case"

Best Practices

Be Specific

Instead of: "Help with this case" Try: "Create behavior strategies for a 7-year-old with autism who melts down during transitions"

Provide Context

Include relevant details:

  • Student age and grade

  • Specific behaviors or symptoms

  • Assessment scores when relevant

  • Environmental factors

Use Your Clinical Judgment

Sophia provides starting points. Always:

  • Review responses for accuracy

  • Customize for your specific case

  • Apply your professional expertise

  • Ensure compliance with local requirements

Troubleshooting

Response Seems Off

  • Check that you provided enough context

  • Try rephrasing your question more specifically

  • Add relevant details about the student or situation

Need More Detail

  • Ask follow-up questions

  • Request specific sections be expanded

  • Ask for examples or clarification

Technical Issues

  • Refresh your browser

  • Check your internet connection

  • Contact support if problems persist

Advanced Features

Multi-Step Requests

"Create a comprehensive transition plan including timeline, assessments, and family preparation steps"

Format-Specific Requests

"Format this as a table with columns for behavior, frequency, and intervention"

Style Adjustments

"Rewrite this at a 6th grade reading level for parents"

Privacy and Security

Your Data

  • Conversations are not stored permanently

  • Student information should follow your district's privacy policies

  • Always review generated content before sharing

Professional Responsibility

  • Sophia assists with documentation but doesn't replace clinical judgment

  • Verify all recommendations align with best practices

  • Ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements

Quick Reference

Most Common Questions

  1. "Help me write [section name] using this data"

  2. "Create a [document type] for [specific situation]"

  3. "Interpret these assessment results"

  4. "Design interventions for [specific behavior/need]"

  5. "Rewrite this in [simpler/more technical] language"

Time-Saving Tips

  • Keep assessment data handy for quick interpretation requests

  • Use Sophia for first drafts, then customize

  • Ask for multiple options when stuck

  • Request specific formats (tables, bullet points, paragraphs)

Getting Better Results

  • Include student age and relevant background

  • Specify the type of document you need

  • Mention any constraints (time, resources, setting)

  • Ask for evidence-based approaches when appropriate

Support

Need help with Ask Sophia? Contact our support team at [email protected]

Remember: Ask Sophia is designed to support your professional expertise, not replace it. Use it as a thinking partner to enhance your documentation and save time on routine tasks.

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