Course Description
The measurement of intellectual, academic, and adaptive behavior development, and screening.
Athena Title
Cognitive Assessment
Prerequisite
EPSY 7060 or EPSY 7060E
Semester Course Offered
Offered every year.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
1. Demonstrate an understanding of test derived scores and their proper interpretation. 2. Become conversant regarding professional issues relating to assessment. 3. Learn to correctly administer, score, and interpret several major tests of children's and adult's intelligence and achievement measures. 4. Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, the results of an intellectual evaluation. 5. Accurately apply accepted diagnostic criteria for Learning Disabilities and Mental Retardation. 6. Use research and theory to interpret test scores within the constraints of the existing scientific literature. 7. Exhibit acceptable interpersonal skillls when evaluating clients and adhere to generally accepted practice and ethical standards.
Topical Outline
History/Theory Theory and Research Findings Measurement, Practice issues Practice Standards/Guidelines/Culture Interpretation and Report writing Mental Retardation Learning Disabilities/Achievement Testing Nonverbal and Preschool tests Neuropsychological interpretation Professional Issues/testing Latino children
Syllabus
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