New non-verbal alternative sub-tests on WISC

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WISC now offers a non-verbal (multiple choice) alternative for some of its subtests. If the child does much better on the non-verbal subtests, that’s a clue that the child’s “ability” score is being affected by his language difficulties.

Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/26/2002 - 4:23 PM

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Hmmmm, this sounds like a big step for our kids with expressive language difficulties. Any idea if the non-verbal alternative is commonly used? Is this new enough that psychologist may not be familiar with the option? Is this altnative also available with the WAIS?
Thanks!

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/31/2002 - 9:42 PM

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Here’s the site where I read about the new sub-tests
http://www.psychcorp.com/sub/whatsnew/spring2001/spring4.html

I don’t know if all psychologists are aware of it. Based on my knowledge of psychologists,the better question is “Do they care?”
Good luck.

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