197. Evolution of Cognitive Assessment w/ Dr. W. Joel Schneider
“I can’t be playing around with 10 point differences as an explanation for weaknesses.” Dr. Joel Schneider is here talking about the evolution of cognitive theory and assessment. I’ve been reading Joel’s blog for about 10 years now, and he is not only a great writer but a deep thinker and excellent storyteller. These traits are on full display during the podcast today as Joel takes us on a journey through the philosophical and practical history of cognitive theory. Here are just a few topics that we touch on: * How cognitive assessment originated* Using assessment to benefit the individual vs. the institution* A compelling overview of CHC theory* Joel’s research with Kevin McGrew on evolving CHC theory to a more integrated model Cool Things Mentioned * Essentials of Assessment Report Writing, 2nd Edition* Joel’s blog: http://assessingpsyche.wordpress.com/* Joel’s paper from 2013: What if we took our models seriously?…* Five-factor model of personality* RIASEC* NEO* WISC-V* Ackerman’s integration of personality and interest/ability* Chapter with Kevin McGrew in Contemporary Intellectual Assessment, Fourth Ed. Featured Resource I am honored to partner with PAR for 2021 to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! Dr. W. Joel Schneider Dr. Schneider is an associate professor in the College of Education at Temple University and a member of the School Psychology program. He earned his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Texas A&M University. Along with Nancy Mather, Elizabeth Lichtenberger, and Nadeen Kaufman, he wrote the Essentials of Assessment Report Writing, 2nd Edition. He writes software to help clinicians make better decisions. Broadly, his research interests are concerned with validating and improving upon current assessment practices. In particular, he focuses on understanding the structure and function of intelligence and its assessment. Contact Dr. Joel Schneider: * Website: https://assessingpsyche.wordpress.com/* Email: schneider@temple.edu. About Dr. Jeremy Sharp