In examining an instrument for possible bias, the counselor should examine the internal structure of the instrument and determine if:
A) ?there are group differences on the criterion.
B) ?the reliability coefficients are different for different groups.
C) ?the norming group is appropriate for use with certain clients.
D) ?experts have reviewed the instrument for possible bias.
B
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a. How valid the observation will be b. The reliability of the observation c. Cross-cultural issues related to the observation d. How practical it is for him to view the situation
Which of the following is data that illustrates meaning and experience, and can be portrayed using narratives, interviews, observations, objects, or other visual forms?
Achievement data Quantitative data Relational data Qualitative data
Which is the most important reason for counselors to understand variations in value systems?
a. It is one of the ethical standards as outlined by our professional association. b. All counseling is ultimately bound in value systems. c. The counselor must have a good value system when working to help a client adopt one. d. The stability that values provide to the counseling relationship is critical to its therapeutic success. e. Clients will be most comfortable and likely to persist in changes that are consistent with their values.
The affective bond between parent and child that serves to protect and reassure the child in times of danger or uncertainty is known as ______.
a. temperament b. attachment c. association d. relatedness