An Ability Model of Emotional Intelligence: A Rationale, Description, and Application of the Mayer Salovey Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test (MSCEIT)

Abstract

The purpose of this chapter is to provide a rationale for an ability-based model of EI, coupled with a description of the prevalent literature supporting the development and application of the MSCEIT. Specifically, the first part of this chapter will review the theory behind the ability model of emotional intelligence. Subsequently, the chapter will look at the psychometric properties of the MSCEIT and will discuss its influence in various settings. Finally, the chapter will discuss future directions of the MSCEIT, which will include research on the development of the MSCEIT: Youth Version (YV).