Aberdeenshire EPS continues to develop the implementation of Video Interaction GuidanceTM (VIG). Educational Psychologists trained in VIG use it as a tool to work with a variety of service users (e.g. children and young people, professionals) to improve positive interactions and communication. VIG involves looking closely at short clips of video in different social situations and provides opportunities for individuals to observe, analyse and reflect on their positive interactions with others. It is sometimes used for interactions between children/young people and adults, with either parents or professionals. It can also be used within pairs (or even groups) of adults. It is also sometimes used by professionals to reflect on their own communication with others. This is referred to as Video Enhanced Reflective Practice (VERP) (or VIG for Professionals). Video Interaction Guidance is very versatile and can be used with any relationship and any age range. However VIG is used, the aim is to give individuals a chance to reflect on their interactions, drawing attention to elements that are successful, and supporting clients to make the changes they would like.
Kent Educational Psychology Service have produced this short video which provides a good description of what VIG is.
What is Video Interaction Guidance? (VIG)
If you would like further information about VIG within Aberdeenshire, then contact details can be accessed via the following link Contact Us | (glowscotland.org.uk)
