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1. CCMH 535 Week 1 Individual Assignment Personal Thoughts about Tests For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Write paper discussing your perceptions, beliefs, and questions about the assessment process What thoughts come to mind when you think about testing and assessment in the counseling profession? Do you expect to use assessment procedures in your career as a counselor? Have you ever taken a personality test, aptitude test (such as the SAT), intelligence test, or vocational test? Describe your experience. Were the results useful to you? What questions do you have about the use of assessment procedures in the counseling profession? What would you most like to learn in this course? **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 2 Individual Assignment Finding Information about Tests

2. For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Locate reviews of two different tests Summarize the psychometric properties of the instruments Provide the following information for each test: name of the test description of the test format (how the test is administered and scored) the norm group the population that the test should be used with the purpose of the test the reliability of the test the validity of the test Discusse comfort level of using each test. Provides explanation. **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 2 Learning Team Assignment The Case of Marisol Paper For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com

3. Interpret the standard scores on the Reading Total, Written Language Total, and Math Total. Interpret the percentile ranks on the Reading Total, Written Language Total, and Math Total. Interpret the stanine scores on the Reading Total, Written Language Total, and Math Total Interpret the grade equivalent scores on the Vocabulary and Math Computation subtests. Interpret the age equivalent score on the Reading comprehension test and the Math Application subtests. Explain the meaning of the confidence intervals for Reading Total, Written Language Total, and Math Total. Based on these scores, how would you describe Marisol’s strengths and weaknesses regarding achievement?. **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 2 Quiz For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com 1) Answer the following multiple-choice questions based on your readings for this week. A test was administered to a group of students the morning after homecoming. Several of the students appeared tired and some were coughing and sneezing. These factors may result in what type of error

4. 2) If the reliability coefficient of a test is determined to be .27, what percentage is attributed to random chance or error?27% 3) A researcher wants to measure content sampling error and has two versions of an achievement test available. What measure of estimating reliability would be 4) You are reading about reliability of a test in the test manual and notice that the researchers report using a Spearman-Brown coefficient. You can infer that internal consistency reliability was measured using: 5 Informed consent from clients 20) The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory is considered a(n): **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 3 Individual Assignment Definition of Intelligence For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Locate at least four different definitions from four different time periods and/or cultures. Compare and contrasts the different definitions.

5. What do they have in common? How are they different? What is concluded about the nature of constructs such as intelligence? **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 3 Learning Team Assignment Coopersmith Self Esteem Inventory Paper For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Describe and evaluate the norm group. Is it representative? Is the norm group current? Is the size of the norm group was large enough? Is the sample related to the population you intend to use the test with? Describe and evaluate each method used to estimate reliability. Does the reliability evidence support a decision to use the instrument? Explain. Describe and evaluate each type of validity evidence. Does the validity evidence support a decision to use the instrument? Describe the practical aspects of the instrument. Summarize the strengths and weakness of the inventory. Based on your review of the SII, would you adopt this instrument? **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 3 Quiz

6. For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com 1. Spearman defined intelligence as comprised of: 2. How did Vernon’s model come to be viewed as a way to reconcile Spearman’s and Thurston’s theories? 3. According to Cattell, a test of verbal comprehension would draw on _____________, whereas a test involving memory span and spatial thinking would reflect ____________. 4. A teacher who tailors his or her educational practices in a way that assesses multiple types of intelligence, such as bodily/kinesthetic intelligence, or interpersonal intelligence, is likely to be influenced by the theory of 5. According to Stern, a child with a mental age of 10 and a chronological age of 10 would have a mental quotient of 6. Overall intelligence test scores are usually converted to standard scores with a mean of _______ and a standard deviation of __________. 7. Using the WJ III NU COG and the WJ III NU ACH together would allow a professional to 8. Achievement tests are useful in measuring an individuals: 9. The California Achievement Test is an example of a (an): 10. The Wide Range Achievement Test, Fourth Edition (WRAT4) includes: 11. This individual achievement test is developed to measure achievement in individuals as young as two (2) years old: 12. Individuals from diverse linguistic backgrounds or those experiencing language or communicative difficulties may be assessed using: 13. Individuals future performance may be predicted using : 14. The primary issue with high-stakes testing is that they are used to: 15. Which of the following best defines aptitude?

7. 16. The ASVAB assesses students occupational interests based on six interest types rooted in which of the following theories? 17. The Purdue Pegboard Test assesses: 18. The main criticism of tests assessing musical ability is that all tests have: 19. According to a study sanctioned by the College Board, college student success in the first year can best be predicted by examining: 20. According to the text, a major concern in testing young children before allowing entry into school is that: **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 4 Individual Assignment Projective Drawings For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Using Table 12.6 in your textbook, what components are present in the human figure drawing? According to Table12.6, what do these components mean? Are the interpretations accurate? Explain. How did you feel while administering this test? Were you comfortable? Did the participant appear to be comfortable? Explain. What are the main advantages of projective drawings? What are the main limitations of projective drawings? If you wanted to learn more about the personality style of your participant, what other tests and/or procedures would you like to administer and why?

8. **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 4 Learning Team Assignment Case of Maria Paper For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Describe and interpret each of Maria’s subtest standard scores, percentile ranks, and stanines. What does the confidence interval for the Word Reading subtest score mean? Overall, what does Maria’s WRAT4 results tell you about her academic ability? Are Maria’s WRAT4 subtest scores consistent with her grades? Explain. What additional information would you like to have about Maria? **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 4 Quiz For more classes visit

9. www.snaptutorial.com Answer the following multiple-choice questions based on your readings for this week. 1. Suzie is a nurse who truly enjoys helping others. She is often described by her coworkers as engaging and caring both with patients and friends. Which of the following is most likely to be her primary code based on Holland’s theory? a. realistic 2. Nancy completed the Self-Directed search and found that her summary code was EAS. Which career is most compatible with her interest areas? 3. Which of the 19. The Edwards Personal Preference Inventory (EPPI) tries to limit the ____________ by using forced-choice item matching. 20. A deviant response style refers to selecting responses that **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 5 Individual Assignment Assessing Special Populations For more classes visit

10. www.snaptutorial.com CCMH 535 Week 5 Individual Assignment Assessing Special Populations Assessing individuals with mental disorders and/or disabilities requires specific knowledge and skills. Select a population of interest to you (for example, individuals with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse disorders, Alzheimer’s disorder, individuals with visual impairments, individuals with hearing impairments, individuals with cognitive impairments, individuals with autism-spectrum disorders, etc.) Write a 700-to 1,050-word paper including the following information: A description of the population A discussion of at least two instruments used to assess the condition A discussion of at least three issues that examiners should remember when testing such individuals Include information not only from the textbook but also from one or more outside sources (professional books or peer-reviewed journal articles). Format your paper according to APA guidelines. Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment. **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 5 Learning Team Assignment Case of Nicholas

11. For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Assessment using the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2) Interpret the scores on each validity scale. Use the answers provided on the first two validity scales as a format for your answers. Based on the validity scale scores, do you believe Nicholas’ MMPI-2 results are valid? Explain. Identify the clinical scale score(s) that are in the “clinical range” and interpret the scores. How would you respond to the psychiatrist’s question (is Nicholas is doing as well as he claims he is doing)? What would you recommend to Nicholas and his psychiatrist?. **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 5 Quiz For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com 1. The key function of clinical assessment is to _________________.

12. 2. More than one mental disorder may be listed on Axis I. Which of the following combinations of diagnoses are appropriate for Axis I? 3. Tom is a counselor conducting an interview as part of his client’s, Henry, clinical assessment. Tom asks a list of standardized, predetermined questions about Henry’s family background information about parents, siblings, divorces, grandparents, etc. When Henry answers “yes” to a question regarding a family history of mental disorders, counselor Tom decides to ask Henry additional questions, and they talk about this matter for around 5 minutes. What type of interview strategy is Tom most likely using? 4. The following is an excerpt from Tom’s written MSE of a new client: “The client presented as somewhat disheveled and unkempt, but was cooperative and friendly. The client was aware of date, time, and place, and Disorders? 20. When assessing children between the ages 3-6 for learning disabilities which of the following assessments should be used? **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 6 Learning Team Assignment Case of Gayle For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com

13. How would you describe Gayle’s overall level of intelligence based on the CogAT scores? How would you describe her overall level of achievement based on her scores on the WJ III ACH? How would you interpret the comparison of Gayle’s CogAT scores to her WJ III ACH scores? How would you interpret Gayle’s scores SRBCSS on the Creativity and Musical subtests? Based on Gayle’s scores, she is not accepted into the gifted and talented program. Why was she not accepted? Write a letter to the Gifted Program Administrator appealing this decision. In your letter, make sure you reference all the relevant assessment about Gayle, including her academic grades, scores on the assessment instruments (e.g., WJ III ACH, CogAT, and the relevant SRBCSS subtest scores) as well as any other evidence related to evidence related to creative, artistic, or music ability.? **************************************************** CCMH 535 Week 6 Quiz For more classes visit www.snaptutorial.com Week 6 1. Answer the following multiple-choice questions based on your readings for this week.

14. 2. Which of the following statements about feedback sessions with parents is TRUE: 3. Sally’s parents are upset about her performance on a battery of tests. The examiner explains to the parents that tests measure only a sample of behavior at a particular time, that scores are not fixed–they can go up or down from year to year, and that Sally’s score may be low because she is simply not skilled in the area measured by the particular tests. What important area of understanding does this particular discussion address? 4. The objective(s) of the written assessment report is to? 5. Within the context of writing assessment reports, the use of “understandable language” refers to? 6. What is the critical factor in the examinee’s acceptance of test results? d. The examinee’s previous experiences with the process of testing & assessment 7. Which statement is NOT included in the American Counseling Associations ethical emphasis on assessment: 8. Although the American Psychological Association no longer uses a system for test user qualification, some publishers still do. According to the classifications, a test user who has earned a bachelors degree in education may be classified as: 9. As a test administrator, one advantage to using internet-based assessments is:

15. 10. Which of these statements is NOT a modification for individuals with disabilities developed by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990? ****************************************************