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Which of the following is NOT considered a crucial step in effective test planning?
Which of the following is NOT considered a crucial step in effective test planning?
Which test type primarily focuses on assessing an individual's ability to recall and explain factual information?
Which test type primarily focuses on assessing an individual's ability to recall and explain factual information?
Which of the following is a potential drawback of using a True/False question format in a test?
Which of the following is a potential drawback of using a True/False question format in a test?
What is the primary purpose of a "pilot study" in test development?
What is the primary purpose of a "pilot study" in test development?
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Which approach to test administration emphasizes ensuring standardized and controlled conditions to minimize bias?
Which approach to test administration emphasizes ensuring standardized and controlled conditions to minimize bias?
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What is the primary purpose of a "table of specifications" when creating a test?
What is the primary purpose of a "table of specifications" when creating a test?
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Which of the following is a primary advantage of using "constructed-response" question formats (e.g., essays and short-answer questions)?
Which of the following is a primary advantage of using "constructed-response" question formats (e.g., essays and short-answer questions)?
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When constructing test items, it is important to ensure they are: (Select all that apply)
When constructing test items, it is important to ensure they are: (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following is NOT a typical consideration when sequencing questions on a test?
Which of the following is NOT a typical consideration when sequencing questions on a test?
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What is the primary reason for securing test materials and verifying identities before a test?
What is the primary reason for securing test materials and verifying identities before a test?
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Which factor during test administration is most likely to be influenced by the examiner's skill and demeanor?
Which factor during test administration is most likely to be influenced by the examiner's skill and demeanor?
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What is the key principle underlying performance testing?
What is the key principle underlying performance testing?
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Why might oral tests be perceived as less rigorous than written tests?
Why might oral tests be perceived as less rigorous than written tests?
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Which aspect is NOT directly linked to the examiner's responsibilities before a test?
Which aspect is NOT directly linked to the examiner's responsibilities before a test?
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What is the MOST important reason for strict adherence to standardized testing instructions during test administration?
What is the MOST important reason for strict adherence to standardized testing instructions during test administration?
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Why is it important for an examiner to address examinee questions after a test?
Why is it important for an examiner to address examinee questions after a test?
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What is a key advantage of adaptive testing?
What is a key advantage of adaptive testing?
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What method improves objectivity in scoring essay tests?
What method improves objectivity in scoring essay tests?
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Which practice is NOT recommended for effective test administration?
Which practice is NOT recommended for effective test administration?
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Which scoring technique is commonly used for objective tests?
Which scoring technique is commonly used for objective tests?
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What does the Cajori Method focus on in grading?
What does the Cajori Method focus on in grading?
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Which is a disadvantage of adaptive testing?
Which is a disadvantage of adaptive testing?
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Which method is recommended to ensure fairness in oral tests?
Which method is recommended to ensure fairness in oral tests?
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What is a primary purpose of item analysis in testing?
What is a primary purpose of item analysis in testing?
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Study Notes
Psychometrics and Psychological Assessment: Historical and Professional Matters
- Introduction to Psychometrics and Psychological Assessment
- Purpose of the course: The course familiarizes students with statistical concepts for test creation and evaluation, the evaluation and critique of psychological assessments, understanding test reliability and validity, and introducing alternative assessment methods.
- Key Texts: Psychological Testing (Anastasi & Urbina, 1997), Handbook of Psychological Assessment (Groth-Marnat, 1990), Psychological Testing and Assessment (Aiken & Groth-Marnat, 2006), Essentials of Psychological Testing (Cronbach, 1990).
Historical Overview
- Ancient Contributions:
- China (4200 years ago) - Civil service exams assessed officials' skills including music, archery, arithmetic and ceremonies.
- Philosophers (Plato, Aristotle) - Discussed individual differences in abilities and temperament (~2500 years ago).
- Middle Ages - Rigid social class systems limited individual exploration.
- Renaissance (16th Century) - Focus shifted to individual creativity and expression.
- 19th Century:
- Introduction of scientific methods to study individual differences.
- Darwin's Theory of Evolution - Natural selection influenced views on intelligence and personality traits.
Notable Figures in Psychometrics
- Francis Galton (1822-1911):
- Pioneer in modern psychometrics.
- Introduced objective testing.
- Developed correlation techniques and designed tools like the Galton whistle.
- Advocated for the controversial eugenics movement.
- James Cattell (1860-1944):
- Coined the term "mental test."
- Focused on reaction times and sensory discrimination.
- Clark Wissler (1870-1947):
- Conducted early research on validity.
- Found no correlation between Cattell's intelligence tests and academic achievement.
- Advocated environmental perspectives in intelligence.
- Alfred Binet (1857-1911):
- Created the Binet-Simon Scale (1905), the first modern intelligence test.
- Focused on practical and real-world applications.
- Developed the concept of chronological age and introduced ideas that evolved into IQ testing.
- Lewis Terman (1916):
- Revised the Binet Scale to create the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale.
- Introduced the IQ concept: IQ=(mental age/chronological age) * 100.
- Robert Yerkes (1919):
- Developed group tests (Alpha and Beta) for US Army recruits.
Non-Scientific Approaches to Individual Differences
- Astrology: Using planetary positions to infer personality traits
- Physiognomy: Assessing personality based on physical appearance
- Graphology: Handwriting as a reflection of personality
- Phrenology: Skull shapes linked to mental faculties and behavior
Test Classifications
- Standardized vs. Non-Standardized
- Individual vs. Group tests
- Objective vs. Non-objective tests
- Verbal vs. Non-verbal tests
- Cognitive vs. Affective tests
Applications of Psychometric Tests
- Business: Recruitment, training, promotions
- Education: Screening and guiding students
- Counseling: Vocational and personal guidance
- Clinical settings: Diagnosing conditions, treatment planning
- Legal: Competency evaluations, assessing psychological impacts
- Research: Academic studies and corporate insights
Learning Objectives (Lecture 2 - Test Design and Construction)
- Understand factors considered when designing tests (fairness, difficulty, discrimination).
- Differentiate educational objectives for organizing test items.
- Explore types of test items and their advantages/disadvantages.
- Learn strategies for assembling and reproducing tests.
- Evaluate oral and performance testing approaches.
Steps in Test Planning
- Purpose: Define constructs to measure; ensure validity and reliability
- Population: Avoid biases; define demographic details
- Administration: Ensure consistent and fair testing conditions
- Scoring & Results: Plan interpretation; ensure objectivity and utility
Specific Types of Tests
- Screening Tests: Analyze job-related tasks and competencies using job/task analysis; use sampling to represent key aspects.
- Intelligence Tests: Assemble items based on theoretical or task-based approaches (eg WAIS, Stanford-Binet).
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This quiz explores the historical foundations and professional practices in psychometrics and psychological assessment. It covers key concepts in test creation, evaluation, and the critique of psychological assessments, as well as the evolution of testing methods through history. Engage with the primary texts that shape this field.
