28 Questions
What is the main purpose of a portfolio?
To serve as a sample of one's work and accomplishments
What is the role of a test developer?
To create tests for research studies and publications
What is the main purpose of behavioral observation?
To record quantitative and qualitative information about people's actions
Who are the professionals that use psychological tests and assessment methodologies?
A wide range of professionals
What is the main purpose of role play tests?
To evaluate various skills by having assessors act as if they were in a particular situation
What is the main function of standards and other published guidelines in relation to psychological tests and assessment methodologies?
To have a say in test construction and testing linguistic minorities
What is the main purpose of the text?
To provide a wealth of resources and news about tests, testing, and accommodations
What is the purpose of accommodations mentioned in the text?
To adapt a test, procedure, or assessment to make it more suitable for an individual with exceptional needs
Which of the following is NOT a source of authoritative information on tests mentioned in the text?
Peer-reviewed journal articles
What type of information is typically found in the manual of a widely used psychological test?
Technical information about the test
Which of the following databases is mentioned in the text as a source of authoritative information on tests?
All of the above
What is the main purpose of the Directory of Unpublished Experimental Mental Measures?
To serve as a source for exploring the world of unpublished tests
What is the primary purpose of informal assessment techniques?
To offer a flexible approach to gathering qualitative data about an individual's functioning and experiences
Which of the following is NOT a type of informal assessment technique mentioned in the text?
Standardized tests
In what contexts are informal assessment techniques employed, according to the text?
Schools, clinical settings, and research studies
What is the primary importance of informal assessment techniques, as stated in the text?
To provide a comprehensive understanding of the individual in their natural context, enhancing the personalization of interventions and support strategies
What is a 'cut score' in the context of assessment?
A numerical reference point used to divide data into classifications like pass or fail
What is a consideration when assessing people?
How valid is the information gained from assessment instruments and how should that information be applied?
What is the main focus of geriatric settings according to the text?
Improving the quality of life of old people
Which of the following is not listed as an obligation in the text?
Administering the test in a timely manner
What is the purpose of reference volumes such as Mental Measurements Yearbook and Test in Print?
All of the above
What is the purpose of establishing rapport during test administration?
To create a working relationship between the examiner and the examinee
What is the main purpose of journal articles mentioned in the text?
To review the psychometric soundness of tests
What did Francis Galton initiate, inspired by his cousin Darwin's theory of evolution?
The quantitative study of human abilities
Which psychologists developed the first modern intelligence test in 1905?
Alfred Binet and Theodore Simon
What was the purpose of the large-scale intelligence testing of military recruits during the World Wars?
To assess the cognitive functioning of military personnel
What is the main focus of Sikolohiyang Pilipino, the movement that emerged in the 1970s in the Philippines?
Developing a psychology rooted in Filipino culture and values
What has led to the contemporary developments in psychological assessment?
Advances in psychometrics and technology
Explore the evolution of psychology testing from Darwin's theory of evolution to the emergence of formal testing in the late 19th century. Learn about influential figures like Francis Galton, James McKeen Cattell, Alfred Binet, and Theodore Simon.
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