ENS 307 Exam #1 Flashcards
Validity
does the test measure what it is supposed to measure
Reliability
does the test give the same result on multiple occasions
Objectivity
is the test independent of bias?
whenever “bias” parameter is around - responses will be different (multiple choice vs. essay)
Novelty
is the test independent prior to learning?
learning level of 1st time (new) - base level of learning
everything from now on will be compared to the base level
Gross skills
involves large musculature
Fine skills
involves small musculature; dominated by the fine motor skills (manipulation; dexterity)
Empirical terms
test providing measurement based on change in performance
Ecological validity
does it transfer into a practical setting?
Continuous
ongoing
repetitive
no distinct beginning or end
cyclical
Discrete
distinct beginning and end
one shot effort
single response
Reaction time
time between the onset of a stimulus and the first overt response
Open
unpredictable
constantly changing
non-stereotypical: non-stationary
Closed
predictable
stereotypical: stationary
Dependent variable
what is measured
Independent variable
what is manipulated
manipulate to see change in dependent variable
Regulatory conditions
things that impact performance (crowd noise)
Non-regulatory conditions
things that do not impact performance
Phychophysical effect
we tend to overestimate/underestimate, so things are put in the center