Contemporary Intellectual Assessment, Third Edition

Reviews / Votes

"This is the most comprehensive, authoritative, and up-to-date text on intellectual assessment available. It covers current theories of intelligence, methods of intelligence testing, and their applications to special populations. The chapters are all written by leading scholars and combine clear research summaries with practical advice, making this a valuable book for graduate students and professionals interested in both research and practice." - Paul J. Frick, University of New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

"A single source for essential, detailed information on the past, present, and future of intellectual and cognitive assessment practices. The table of contents provides an objective sweep of all major theories, tests, and evaluation procedures at a glance; the expertise of the chapter authors results in a work that is consistently outstanding. The third edition reflects the latest efforts in clinical inquiry that explore cognitive abilities and processes as they relate to the real world. It emphasizes cross-cultural issues in assessment and incorporates new approaches and instruments related to learning and developmental problems. This is an essential text for graduate-level assessment courses." - Elaine Fletcher-Janzen, Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Illinois, USA

"This updated volume is a valuable addition to the field of intellectual and psychological assessment. The editors have assembled the leaders in the field to present the most up-to-date information available. Many of the chapters are written by the test authors and theory creators themselves; readers will benefit from the firsthand approach to test and theory interpretation. The book is written in a way that will appeal to both experienced practitioners and graduate students just starting out in the field." - Andrew S. Davis, Ball State University, Indiana, USA

"An excellent reference that should be read by anyone involved in the assessment of human and cognitive abilities. This highly recommended book is one of the most comprehensive references on intellectual assessment without being laborious to read ... .4 stars!" - Doody's

"This handbook is a superb theoretical and clinical overview of the state-of-the-art status of current intelligence testing." - PsycCRITIQUES

"Psychological services must be built on ecological assessment if we are to work effectively with both children and adults. Including new chapters on neuropsychology and other topics, this book helps us better understand individuals' cognitive capabilities. It would be a great benefit to your library or your graduate training classroom." - Rik Carl D'Amato, University of Macao, China

"Should be required reading in all intelligence testing courses and by anyone involved in the assessment of human and cognitive abilities." - Psychotherapy in Private Practice

From Previous Editions:

"An excellent reference that should be read by anyone involved in the assessment of human and cognitive abilities....4 stars!" - Doody's Electronic Journal, Christopher J. Graver, 11/11/05 (on the second edition)

"A superb theoretical and clinical overview....The standards of theoretical and methodological rigor, comprehensive topical coverage, balanced and objective critical analysis, life span cognitive evaluation, and advocacy for special populations...are beautifully balanced. One could not ask for more from a review and critical evaluation of this extensive, rich, and complex literature." - PsycCRITIQUES, James A. Moses, Feb. 2, 2006 (on the second edition)

"Should be required reading in all intelligence testing courses and by anyone involved in the assessment of human and cognitive abilities." - Psychotherapy in Private Practice, Anthony M. Paolo in 17:3, 1998 (on the first edition)

"A thought-provoking and informative volume which should be read and considered by all practitioners who use and interpret tests of intelligence. It would be an excellent text for graduate courses in intelligence and its assessment. The book is generally extremely readable." - Canadian Child Psychiatry Review, Mary E. Farmer in 7:3, August 1998 (on the first edition) "A single source for essential, detailed information on the past, present, and future of intellectual and cognitive assessment practices. The table of contents provides an objective sweep of all major theories, tests, and evaluation procedures at a glance; the expertise of the chapter authors results in a work that is consistently outstanding. The third edition reflects the latest efforts in clinical inquiry that explore cognitive abilities and processes as they relate to the real world. It emphasizes cross-cultural issues in assessment and incorporates new approaches and instruments related to learning and developmental problems. This is an essential text for graduate-level assessment courses."--Elaine Fletcher-Janzen, EdD, NCSP, ABPdN, Department of School Psychology, Chicago School of Professional Psychology

"Psychological services must be built on ecological assessment if we are to work effectively with both children and adults. Including new chapters on neuropsychology and other topics, this book helps us better understand individuals' cognitive capabilities. It would be a great benefit to your library or your graduate training classroom."--Rik Carl D'Amato, PhD, Director, Center for Teaching and Learning Enhancement; Head, Department of Psychology, University of Macao, China

"This is the most comprehensive, authoritative, and up-to-date text on intellectual assessment available. It covers current theories of intelligence, methods of intelligence testing, and their applications to special populations. The chapters are all written by leading scholars and combine clear research summaries with practical advice, making this a valuable book for graduate students and professionals interested in both research and practice."--Paul J. Frick, PhD, University Distinguished Professor and Chair, Department of Psychology, University of New Orleans

"This updated volume is a valuable addition to the field of intellectual and psychological assessment. The editors have assembled the leaders in the field to present the most up-to-date information available. Many of the chapters are written by the test authors and theory creators themselves; readers will benefit from the firsthand approach to test and theory interpretation. The book is written in a way that will appeal to both experienced practitioners and graduate students just starting out in the field."--Andrew S. Davis, PhD, Department of Educational Psychology, Ball State University