Measuring Hidden Dimensions: The Art and Science of Fully Engaging Adults

by Otto E. Laske

This textbook teaches all those who interview adults for professional purposes how do "dig deeper," by probing the respondents adult-developmental level, or meaning making. Knowledge about respondents' level of meaning making allows for effectiveness in interventions with clients, and also heightens the benefit for the client whose self awareness is boosted. The techniques presented derive from research in adult development over the lifespan at the Kohlberg School at Harvard. The book contains 9 chapters, letting you steadily accumulate knowledge to the point where you can try your own developmental interview. It contains an Appendix with exercises, case studies of individuals and teams, and an introduction to assessing large groups developmentally through Capability Metrics.

343 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006