IQ Testing 101 (The Psych 101 Series),New

Alan Kaufman's 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 field...'John 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 testing....If you want to know about intelligence testingreal IQ testing, not pop culture tests from the web or magazines, this is the book to read.Cecil R. Reynolds, PhDEmeritusTexas A&M 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 future?Dr. 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 truths.This 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 it's going in the future. A quick, fun, even enlightening read, not only for psychologists and educators, but for anyone interested in the study of intelligence.The 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 field.REVIEWS:In 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. Kaufman's engaging style of presentation makes you feel as if you are in the thick of this important field of inquiry...Jeffrey 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 experience....This volume provides an outstanding introduction and a great refresher for readers interested in the topic of intelligence and its assessment.'Bruce 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; don't be afraid to read it.'Thomas Dillon, PhDGroup Senior Vice President retiredScience Applications International CorporationDr. Kaufman's superb writing makes one feel he is in the room talking to you....Psychologists, parents, educators and research scientists could all profit from reading this most important work by a master writer and thinker.'Sara 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 sophisticated....with a marvelous mixture of science, good sense, his own experience as a test developer, and a dose of humor.Jack 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