{"title":"Alan S. Kaufman","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of Alan S. Kaufman, a distinguished figure in the realms of \u003cem\u003ePhilosophy \u0026amp; Psychology\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for his profound contributions to psychological assessment, Kaufman's books are essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of intelligence testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works are \u003cem\u003eEssentials of WAIS-IV Assessment\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eIntelligent Testing with the WISC-V\u003c\/em\u003e. These texts offer deep insights into the assessment and understanding of intelligence, making them invaluable tools for psychologists, educators, and students alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a strong emphasis on practical application and interpretation, Alan S. Kaufman's writings simplify the intricate processes of intelligence evaluation. His books are not only educational but also conversational, making complex concepts accessible to both professionals and non-specialists in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this collection to gain a deeper understanding of psychological assessment techniques and enhance your knowledge with the authoritative insights of Alan S. Kaufman.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"essentials-of-wais-iv-assessment-by-elizabeth-o-lichtenberger-9781118271889","title":"Essentials of WAIS-IV Assessment","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuickly acquire the knowledge and skills you need to confidently administer, score, and interpret the WAIS\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCoauthored by Alan S. 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Each concise chapter features numerous callout boxes highlighting key concepts, bulleted points, and extensive illustrative material, as well as test questions that help you gauge and reinforce your grasp of the information covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe new edition explores timely topics, including gender and ethnic differences, as well as the role of the Flynn Effect in capital punishment court cases. Along with an accompanying website containing scoring tables and case report material, the \u003cem\u003eSecond Edition\u003c\/em\u003e includes information and advice on how to administer Q-interactive\u003csup\u003e™\u003c\/sup\u003e—the new digital version of the test—for administration of the WAIS\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV via iPad\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEssentials of Assessment Report Writing\u003cbr\u003e\nEssentials of WISC\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV Assessment, Second Edition\u003cbr\u003e\nEssentials of WMS\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e-IV Assessment\u003cbr\u003e\nEssentials of Cross-Battery Assessment, Third Edition\u003cbr\u003e\nEssentials of WJ III\u003csup\u003e™\u003c\/sup\u003e Tests of Achievement Assessment\u003cbr\u003e\nEssentials of WJ III\u003csup\u003e™\u003c\/sup\u003e Cognitive Abilities Assessment, Second Edition\u003cbr\u003e\nEssentials of Neuropsychological Assessment, Second Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisit us on the Web at: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/wiley.com\/psychology\"\u003ewiley.com\/psychology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000611455212,"sku":"9781118271889","price":102.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3665953482586.jpg?v=1763289145"},{"product_id":"intelligent-testing-with-the-wisc-v-by-alan-s-kaufman-9781118589236","title":"Intelligent Testing with the WISC-V","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInterpret the WISC–V to help diagnose learning disabilities and to translate profiles of test scores to educational action\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children—Fifth Edition (WISC–V) is a valuable tool for assessing children and adolescents with learning disorders. \u003ci\u003eIntelligent Testing with the WISC–V\u003c\/i\u003e offers the comprehensive guidance you need to administer, score, and interpret WISC–V profiles for informing diagnoses and making meaningful educational recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis essential resource provides you with cutting-edge expertise on how to interpret the WISC–V, which has an expanded test structure, additional subtests, and an array of new composites. \u003ci\u003eIntelligent Testing\u003c\/i\u003e offers valuable advice from experienced professionals regarding the clinical application of the WISC–V. 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