Psychological Tests and Measurements

Catalog description

This course provides an in-depth survey of psychological testing, focusing on the principles of test construction, evaluation, and application. Emphasis is placed on the scientific methods used to assess the characteristics, administration, and interpretation of psychological and educational tests. Students will explore the theoretical and historical foundations of psychological measurement, including the development and use of objective tests, rating scales, and attitude scales. The course will cover psychometric statistics, such as types of assessment scores, measures of central tendency, indices of variability, standard errors, and correlations. Students will learn to evaluate the validity and reliability of psychological tests, make ethical decisions regarding their use, and critically assess multicultural, gender, and diversity issues in testing. By the end of the course, students will be able to select, administer, score, and interpret various psychological instruments used in educational, clinical, counseling, and organizational settings . Prerequisites : PSYC 1100 and PSYC 2825; or permission of the instructor.