Psychology Unit 3: Identification and Assessment
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What kind of response set is used in the Applied Problems subtest?

  • No multiple-choice responses; analysis is required (correct)
  • Oral responses only
  • Multiple-choice format
  • Open-ended questions only

    • What does the Passage Comprehension subtest primarily assess?

  • Spelling accuracy of dictated words
  • Ability to read aloud words from a list
  • Understanding of what was read (correct)
  • General scientific knowledge

    • Which subtest involves increasing difficulty in spelling words?

  • Spelling (correct)
  • Applied Problems
  • Passage Comprehension
  • Letter Word Identification

    • How are questions delivered in the Science subtest?

    <p>Oral responses required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT emphasized in the Science subtest?

    <p>Names and dates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Letter Word Identification subtest?

    <p>Oral reading of increasingly challenging texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grade levels are assessed using the WJ-IV Standard tests?

    <p>K to Graduate level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skill is required during the Applied Problems subtest aside from reading?

    <p>Analysis and recognition of procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of assessment as defined by Gearheart and Gearheart?

    <p>To gather information for intervention decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method of assessment mentioned?

    <p>Review of grades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is a child considered to have Specific Learning Disability (SLD) according to the NIMHANS SLD Battery?

    <p>When performance is 3 standards below their current class.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kinds of abilities does the NIMHANS SLD Battery assess?

    <p>Reading, writing, spelling, and arithmetic abilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the assessment of learning disabilities according to the NIMHANS Index?

    <p>Attention, Visuo-motor skills, and Auditory Processing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the

    <p>The test results evaluated at three specific levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is psychological testing important for children with developmental or emotional disorders?

    <p>It assists in identifying specific areas of difficulty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant information can assessments provide for children's education?

    <p>Insights to restructure curriculums to better fit students.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the WRAT4 in educational settings?

    <p>To evaluate basic academic skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two alternate forms of the WRAT4 called?

    <p>Blue Form and Green Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assessment measures an individual’s ability to gain meaning from sentences?

    <p>Sentence comprehension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required score for establishing a basal in the WRAT4?

    <p>5 items correct in a row starting with the first item</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of reliability is indicated by a score of .89 in WRAT4?

    <p>Test-Retest Reliability for Math Computation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the ceiling rule in WRAT4 testing signify?

    <p>All items administered after the ceiling are scored as incorrect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should the time interval be between retesting to maintain reliability?

    <p>Within one month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the national standardization sample for WRAT4 includes students with disabilities?

    <p>5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mean score of the primary and secondary subtests in the WISC-V?

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of scores for the primary index scores in the WISC-V?

    <p>45 to 155</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Processing Speed Index (PSI) assess in the WISC-V?

    <p>Cognitive efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Full Scale IQ (FSIQ) range in the WISC-V?

    <p>40 to 160</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the WISC-V first published?

    <p>2003</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What statistical method was used to establish the reliability of the test MISIC?

    <p>Retest method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Verbal Comprehension Index (VCI) measure in the WISC-V?

    <p>General verbal abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which version of the WISC was published in 2014?

    <p>WISC-V</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range for scores to be typically considered average in both primary index scores and FSIQ?

    <p>90 to 109</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tests focuses on adaptive behavior and supports the diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disabilities?

    <p>Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale?

    <p>To evaluate adaptive behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following age ranges is covered by the Teacher Rating Form of the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale?

    <p>3-21 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of scale is used to rate items in the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale?

    <p>0, 1, 2 scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the reliability of the assessment tool is true?

    <p>It is a highly reliable and valid tool.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does it typically take to complete the core subtests?

    <p>60 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale is designed to gather information about a child's behavior from parents or caregivers?

    <p>Parent/Caregiver Rating Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Definition of Assessment

    • Assessment is a systematic process for collecting and interpreting diverse information to guide intervention and, when necessary, classification decisions.
    • Primarily functions as a problem-solving process.

    Importance of Assessing Children

    • Uncovers children's potentials, abilities, and skills for development.
    • Aids in diagnosing developmental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
    • Evaluates interests and capacities to restructure courses and curricula.
    • Supports children in making critical life decisions and vocational choices.

    Methods of Assessment

    • Observation
    • Interviews
    • Portfolio assessment
    • Case studies
    • Administration of psychological tests

    Specific Learning Disability (SLD) Assessment

    • NIMHANS SLD Battery developed by Kapur et al. (1991) screens children with SLD.
    • Tests reading, writing, spelling, and arithmetic abilities.
    • Two age levels: Level I for ages 5-7 and Level II for ages 8-12.
    • Criteria for SLD diagnosis: performance must be 3 standards below current class level.
    • High reliability and validity in measuring learning disabilities.

    Scoring and Interpretation of Tests

    • Evaluated at three levels: successful level completion, number of errors, and specific subtests.
    • Subtests assess various skills including reading, comprehension, spelling, and math.

    WRAT-4 Overview

    • Latest edition published in 2006.
    • Measures skills in reading, spelling, and mathematics.
    • Utilizes two alternate forms (Blue and Green) for flexible administration.
    • Features subsets for word reading, sentence comprehension, math computation, and spelling.

    WISC-V Overview

    • Comprehensive assessment tool for children aged 6-16 years.
    • Measures intelligence through primary and secondary subtests with a mean score of 10 and a standard deviation of 3.
    • Provides primary index scores across five cognitive areas: Verbal Comprehension, Visual Spatial, Fluid Reasoning, Working Memory, Processing Speed.
    • Results in a Full Scale IQ score representing overall intellectual ability.

    Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale (VABS)

    • Developed in 1984, with the latest edition published in 2016.
    • Standardized tool for assessing adaptive behavior from birth to 90 years.
    • Utilizes a semi-structured interview to support diagnoses of intellectual and developmental disabilities.
    • Includes multiple forms: Parent/Caregiver, Teacher, and comprehensive survey for detailed adaptive functioning evaluation.

    Burks Behavior Rating Scales

    • The second edition published in 2006, revising the original scale from 1977.
    • Designed to evaluate behavioral ratings among children aged 3 to 18 years.

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    This quiz covers Unit 3 of Psychological Assessment, focusing on various types such as psychological, socio-emotional, and daily living assessments. Explore the definitions and frameworks established by Gearheart and Gearheart to understand the assessment process and its applications.

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