1. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the most recent edition of the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale.
 

2. What is the difference between the way IQ is obtained in the SB:FE and the Wechsler scales?
 

3. What is meant by adaptive testing and what are its advantages?
 

4. Define basal and ceiling levels in testing.
 

5. Looking at chaspters 8 & 9, state how the constructin of the Wechsler scales is related to Wechsler's conception of intelligence.
 

6. What are the features common to all the Wechsler scales? Identify the strengths and limitations of these scales.
 

7. Why is the vocabuilary subtest generally viewed as the best single measure of general intelligence?
 

8. What are the advantages and disadvantages of "short forms?" When are they used?
 

9. Cite the similarities and differences between the Stanford-Binet Fourth Edition and the Wechsler scales.
 

10. What are the advantages and limitations of group intelligence testng? When are they best used and when should thy never be used?
 

11. Compare and contrast the tests used for assessment of preschool children. How are they usually used?
 

12. What are the major differences between aptitude and achievement tests?
 

13. What is meant by a test battery? What are the similarities and differences among the most used batteries?
 

14. What are the major aptitude aptitude tests used at the different educational levels and what do we know about their predictive ability?
 

15. How do tests aid in diagnosis?
 

16. What is the content of the K-ABC and of the WJ-R? Describe their similarities and differences.
 

17. What are the major forms of non-testing assessment?