5.2 Discussion. Application of Measurement Getting Started In working with clients, you may find it useful to have them complete some sort of assessment or questionnaire, depending on the

5.2 Discussion. Application of Measurement

Getting Started
In working with clients, you may find it useful to have them complete some sort of assessment or questionnaire, depending on the client’s goals and the type of information you would find useful to help them meet those goals. There is a huge array of questionnaires and measurement tools. Some of them are known to be valuable because they have been tested for validity and reliability, while others have not undergone rigorous testing. It is important for you to use these measurement tools wisely and with concrete reasons for having clients complete them. The process of evaluating measurement tools—if done well—is rigorous and takes years. Thus, it is valuable for you to have a sound understanding of various aspects of measurement tools so that you can select appropriate ones for your clients.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
• Evaluate methods of measurement.

Background Information
For this discussion, take out the Values in Action (VIA) questionnaire and your results from completing the questionnaire in PSY-540 and review them. Read the VIA questions or statements that you responded to carefully and thoroughly and take notes on anything that stands out or occurs to you. Then, complete the discussion assignment.

Instructions

1. In your textbook, Scientific Advances in Positive Psychology, read Chapter 4, “Strengths of Character and Virtues: What We Know and What We Still Want to Learn.”(new tab)
2. In your textbook Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, read Chapter 2, “Distracted by Talent.” The author describes the problems with measurement.
3. Review and reflect on the Values in Action (VIA)(new tab) questionnaire, as well as your results from PSY-540 Workshop Three. The link to the VIA survey is provided here for your reference.
4. Navigate to the discussion topic and respond to the following questions:
   a. What did you notice about the VIA measurement tool? What strikes you as well done, what seems problematic, and what else do you note about it?
   b. Would you have concerns about having people from diverse groups take this “test”? Why or why not?
5. Your initial post:
   a. Should be between 400 to 500 words.
6. Your postings should also:
   a. Be well developed by providing clear answers with evidence of critical thinking.
   b. Add greater depth to the discussion by introducing new ideas.