IQ Testing 101 (The Psych 101 Series)

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Alan Kaufmans informal accessible writing style never sacrifices precision In ten short chapters he provides an astonishing depth and breadth of information including engaging personal anecdotes that offer fresh and revealing insights even for a very experienced professional in the fieldJohn O Willis EdDRivier CollegeAlan Kaufman has a knack for teaching complicated psychological constructs in a way that is simultaneously sophisticated and easily understood In IQ Testing 101 he applies this gift masterfully to the complex controversial field of intelligence testingIf you want to know about intelligence testingreal IQ testing not pop culture tests from the web or magazines this is the book to readCecil R Reynolds PhDEmeritusTexas AM UniversityDoes your IQ really measure your intelligence Is IQ genetic Can your IQ vary Do we get smarter or dumber as we get older How will IQ tests be different in the futureDr Kaufman a leading expert on the development of IQ tests explores these critical questions and many more in IQ Testing 101 This book provides a brief compelling introduction to the topic of IQ testingits mysteries misconceptions and truthsThis newest edition to the popular Psych 101 Series presents a commonsense approach to what IQ is and what it is not In lucid engaging prose Kaufman explains the nature of IQ testing as well as where it came from and where its going in the future A quick fun even enlightening read not only for psychologists and educators but for anyone interested in the study of intelligenceThe Psych 101 SeriesShort readerfriendly introductions to cuttingedge topics in psychology With key concepts controversial topics and fascinating accounts of uptotheminute research The Psych 101 Series is a valuable resource for all students of psychology and anyone interested in the fieldREVIEWSIn IQ Testing 101 Alan Kaufman gives a well thought out articulate account of the historical development of intelligent IQ testing It provides nonexpert readers like me with a better understanding of IQ and its important clinical ramifications Kaufmans engaging style of presentation makes you feel as if you are in the thick of this important field of inquiryJeffrey W Kirsch PhDExecutive DirectorReuben H Fleet Science CenterThis impressive book is replete with meaningful material wonderful anecdotes excellent examples profound truths and solid empiricism backed an abundance of clinical experienceThis volume provides an outstanding introduction and a great refresher for readers interested in the topic of intelligence and its assessmentBruce A Bracken PhDThe College of William MaryProfessor Kaufman has made this remarkably accessible for all readers by using a personal journey of discovery style So whether you are a clinical psychologist or an interested lay person 101 will tell you everything you wanted to know about IQ testing dont be afraid to read itThomas Dillon PhDGroup Senior Vice President retiredScience Applications International CorporationDr Kaufmans superb writing makes one feel he is in the room talking to youPsychologists parents educators and research scientists could all profit from reading this most important work by a master writer and thinkerSara S Sparrow PhDYale University Child Study CenterKaufman provides an outstanding look at the field of intelligence and intelligence testing in a manner that is understandable and at the same time very sophisticatedwith a marvelous mixture of science good sense his own experience as a test developer and a dose of humorJack A Naglieri PhDSenior Research ScientistDevereux Center for Resilient ChildrenIQ Testing 101 is a must read for anyone including IQ test administrators looking for a clear erudite thought provoking even entertaining introduction to the important issues surrounding IQ including