PSYC 406 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Visual Impairment, Middle Ear, Test Anxiety
3 Feb 2017
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Desirable procedures of test administration: an essential component of individual testing is that examiners must be familiar with the materials and directions before administration begins. A well-prepared examiner has memorized key elements of verbal instructions and is ready for the unexpected: also, appropriate attention to the details of administration and scoring is essential for valid results. Also, young children are prone to fluctuating hearing abilities due to changes in the fluid in their middle ear. In a person with a mild hearing loss, the examiner must speak loudly and face the subject squarely. Children who squint, blink excessively or lose their place when reading may have a vision problem. Holding instruments up close is also another sign. Headaches and nausea after reading can also indicate a visual defect: when testing a person with a motor impairment, it is important to omit timed performance subtests.
