MSCEIT
Science & Engineering abbreviation · Psychology
| Stands for | Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test |
|---|---|
| Categories | Science & Engineering |
MSCEIT stands for Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test, a psychology abbreviation.
Ability-based test of emotional intelligence in which test-takers solve emotional problems, such as identifying emotions in faces or choosing effective ways to manage feelings, rather than rating themselves. It yields scores for four branches of emotional intelligence.
Example: Unlike self-report questionnaires, the MSCEIT scores answers against expert and consensus norms.
Usage notes
John Mayer, Peter Salovey and David Caruso published the test in 2002, with 141 items. Pronounced "mess-keet." Critics question how "correct" answers to emotional situations can be defined, while supporters point to its separation from personality traits.
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