Explain what the test is purported to measure along with any reliability and validity evidence that supports the author’s or publisher’s claims.
Explain what the test is purported to measure along with any reliability and validity evidence that supports the author’s or publisher’s claims.
May 5, 2020 Comments Off on Explain what the test is purported to measure along with any reliability and validity evidence that supports the author’s or publisher’s claims. Uncategorized Assignment-help1.Discussion Assignment (Separate Assign)Applications of Intelligence Assessment (125 words)Prior to beginning work on this discussion, read Chapters 9 and 10 in the textbook, the required articles, and the required videos for this week. The WAIS-IV is a commonly used standardized intelligence test for adolescents and adults. Assume you have been asked to evaluate an inpatient and have very limited time so that you can administer only 3 subtests from the WAIS-IV. The referral question is to determine the likelihood that the subject will be able to return to work. In your discussion post, you must describe the subtests you selected and thoroughly explain the rationale for your choice. In your rationale be sure to describe the properties and applications of the standardized intelligence test subtests selected as they apply to your assigned client.Identify at least one methodological consideration concerning the reliability and validity of administering the chosen subtests. Explain what modifications you would make (if any) to your choice of subtests if you found out your client had less than a high school education or was not a native English speaker. Give examples of arguments for and against the use of standardized tests to make predictions about future performance and apply these arguments to your specific assigned client.In addition to the required reading, research a minimum of one peer-reviewed article from the Ashford University Library to support your choice of subtests. Refer to the list below to determine your assigned client’s career is. WHICH MINE IS: residential and commercial painterExplain the ethical and professional responsibilities that arise as a result of their selection of subtests to use for their client and their decision regarding whether or not to make modifications.To read any of the resources above log into my Ashford University Student Portal Account online login credentials below:https://login.ashford.eduThe login details will be available for the assigned writer.Required textbook Resources:Cohen, R. J., Swerdlik, M. E., & Sturman, E. D. (2018). Psychological testing and assessment: An introduction to tests and measurement (9th ed.). Retrieved from https://redshelf.com/The full-text version of this e-book is available through your online classroom articlesOther useful resources:American Psychological Association. (2010). Standard 9: Assessment. Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/ethics/code/index.aspx?item=12Barr, M. (2014, February 24). ‘Which (blank) are you?’ Online personality quizzes go viral on social media. The Canadian Press. Retrieved from http://www.thecanadianpress.com/Donoso, O.A., Bernandez, B., & Horin, E.V (2010). Use of psychological tests within vocational rehabilitation. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation. 32, 191-200. Retrieved from http://www.iospress.nl/journal/journal-of-vocational-rehabilitation/Holsinger, T., Plassman, B.L., Stechuachak, K.M., Burke, J.R., Coffman, C.J., & Williams, J.W. (2012). Screening for Cognitive Impairment: Comparing the performance of four instruments in primary care. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 60(6), 1027-1036. Retrieved from http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/10.1111/%28ISSN%291532-5415Horin, E. V., Hernandez, B., & Donoso, O. A. (2012). Behind closed doors: Assessing individuals from diverse backgrounds. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation. 37(2), 87-97. Retrieved from http://www.iospress.nl/journal/journal-of-vocational-rehabilitation/Luxton, D. D., Pruitt, L. D., & Osenbach, J. E. (2014). Best practices for remote psychological assessment via telehealth technologies. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 45(1), 27-35. Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/pro/Novotney, A. (2011). A new emphasis on telehealth: How can psychologists stay ahead of the curve — and keep patients safe? Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/monitor/2011/06/telehealth.aspxSalthouse, T.A. (2014). Evaluating the correspondence of different cognitive batteries. Assessment, 21(2), 131-42. Retrieved from http://asm.sagepub.com/Spencer, R.J., Wendell, C. R., Giggey, P.P., Katzel, L. I., Lefkowitz, D. M., Siegel, E. L., & Waldstein, S. R. (2013). Psychometric limitations of the Mini-Mental State Examination among nondemented older adults: An evaluation of Neurocognitive and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Correlates.Experimental Aging Research, 39(4), 382-397. Retrieved from http://www.tandfonline.com/toc/uear20/current2. (Separate assignment) Week 3 Assignment instructions:Review of Cognitive AssessmentsPrior to beginning work on this assignment, read the required textbook chapters and articles for this week. Select two tests about which to write your review. The first test must be selected from List A and the second test must be selected from List B. Your choice of tests include the following:List A (Select one test from this list.)Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Fourth Edition (WAIS–IV)Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children- Fifth Edition (WISC-V)Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence- Fourth Edition (WPPSI – IV)List B (Select one test from this list.)Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, Third Edition (Bayley-III)Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children, Second Edition (KABC-II)Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement, Third Edition (KTEA-3)Sequential Tests of Educational Progress (STEP)Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, Fifth Edition (SB5)Wechsler Individual Achievement Test–Third Edition (WIAT- III)Woodcock-Johnson IV (WJ IV) Tests of AchievementWoodcock-Johnson IV (WJ IV) Tests of Cognitive Abilities•Create a PowerPoint presentation with 10-12 slides (not including the title and reference slides) entitled Review of [Insert the name of the tests reviewed]. •Your presentation must provide at least one slide for each of the required topics and include appropriate citations of your referenced sources. •Separate reference slides, which follow APA formatting guidelines for a References page, must be included at the end of the presentation. •You must create your own template and organize your presentation in the sequence provided. Do not use a font smaller than 18 pt. •You are encouraged to insert relevant figures and graphics. Make sure to appropriately cite any images, tables, figures, or information from the test publisher’s website used. The notes section of each slide must include the text for oral comments you would make while presenting the materials to a live audience.•References must be cited according to APA guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. For assistance with creating a visually engaging and readable presentation, you may review Garr Reynolds’s tips for creating presentations.Continued instructions for 2. (Separate assignment) Week 3 Assignment instructions:Review of Cognitive AssessmentsThe presentation must cover each of the following topics in the order presented below. Two tests may be discussed on the same slide using the side-by-side comparison format.Required topics to be addressed for each test:•Name of the test, author or authors, publisher and publication date•Qualifications of the test user•Common professional uses of the test•Explain what the test is purported to measure along with any reliability and validity evidence that supports the author’s or publisher’s claims.•Describe the appropriate applications of the test in terms of the population(s) on which the test is validated (including age ranges) and any information regarding populations for which the test’s use is not recommended.