| Subject: Re: Assignment #3 |
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Brooke Isaacs
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Date Posted: 19:54:51 06/19/10 Sat
In reply to:
Tonya Murphy
's message, "Re: Assignment #3" on 13:34:42 06/19/10 Sat
>I believe classic IQ testing can be beneficial when
>used in conjunction with other assessments and
>observations. It should not stand alone however
>because while classical IQ tests are great, they do
>not tell us about an individual’s common sense
>abilities, emotional capabilities or personality.
>Used in tandem with a full spectrum assessment,
>knowing the intelligence base of a client allows a
>counselor to cater their methods, including choice of
>words, homework assignments and techniques, to that
>individual in effect meeting them where they are.
>
>
>For me, I found that the assessments that we completed
>were pretty accurate however for me personally.
>Knowing the results of the first two assessments does
>not change or enhance my day to day life. However as
>a counselor, I find the results of the emotional
>intelligence helpful and believe that they will be
>beneficial in allowing me further self-knowledge.
>
>In taking the tests, particularly the classic IQ
>tests, it was obvious were bias was present,
>specifically cultural bias on the classic and
>emotional tests, and could affect the results. In my
>experience, the largest challenge in completing the
>assessments was mental fatigue and boredom. After
>answering what feels like the same question a dozen
>times, I had the tendency to not put as much effort
>and thought into each question which would obviously
>be reflected in my score.
>
>Taking the tests simply reinforced my belief that no
>one tests can or should stand alone. Individuals have
>different strengths and areas of growth and without
>recognizing all of these it is impossible to have a
>true assessment of them.
Jessika I completely agree with your statement that IQ test can be beneficial, but should not be the only measure. I think that one test should not determine if a child is going to be intelligent, capable of learning, or successful in school.
I also agree that the length of the test led me to become very disengaged. I found myself to be very bored and frustrated and just ready to get the test over with. I tended to guess more answer towards the end then I did at the beginning. I was tired of thinking and pretty much just gave up. Imagine what it is like for a child! We are adults and our attention span and patience isn't long enough!
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