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Assessing Emotional Intelligence Using the Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i) and Related Instruments

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Assessing Emotional Intelligence

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Since the emergence of the emotional intelligence (EI) construct two decades ago (Salovey & Mayer, 1990) a variety of theoretical models and measures have appeared. Conceptual models of EI can typically be organized into one of two complementary types: ability models or trait models (Petrides & Furnham, 2001). The former approach views EI as a set of cognitive-emotional abilities best measured by maximum performance tests or problems (e.g., how to resolve a conflict with a spouse) that require understanding and/or use of emotions. The latter approach employs self-report or observer ratings to assess EI, since EI is viewed as a constellation of emotion-related self-perceptions and dispositions.

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    Wood, L.M., Parker, J.D., Keefer, K.V. (2009). Assessing Emotional Intelligence Using the Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i) and Related Instruments. In: Parker, J., Saklofske, D., Stough, C. (eds) Assessing Emotional Intelligence. The Springer Series on Human Exceptionality. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-88370-0_4

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