Lesson 1 Flashcards
What does psychometrics refer to?
Psychological measurement
What is the scientific discipline that deals with psychological constructs and their measurement?
Psychometrics
What are the four key questions psychometrics attempts to answer regarding individual differences?
- To what aspect are they different?
- How large are these differences?
- How can these differences be most accurately measured?
- What are the practical implications of these differences?
What is the definition of a test in psychological evaluation?
A standardized procedure with norms and standards for sampling behavior and describing it with categories and scores
What distinguishes tests from assessments in psychological evaluation?
Tests are formal, standardized measures; assessments include tests, interviews, and records
What is a norm-referenced test?
Tests that have been standardized so that test-takers are evaluated similarly, regardless of location or administrator
What is one common assessment technique used by psychologists?
Clinical interview
According to Aiken (1994), what are some major categories of psychological tests?
1.Achievement
2. Developmental
3. Education
4. Intelligence and Scholastic Aptitude
5. Personality
6. Neuropsychological
7.Vocations
What is the ultimate goal of psychometrics?
To apply knowledge of individual differences to help individuals live more satisfying and productive lives
What are the main classifications in learning according to counseling research?
- Mental Impairment
- Motor impairment
- Vision impairment
- Hearing impairment
- Speech impairment
- Behavioral and emotional disorders
- Learning disabilities
- Giftedness
What are the three tiers of intervention in psychological testing?
- Treatment or therapy(when it’s dealt with to an extent it causes no more harm)
- Remedial(when it cannot cause further harm)
- Coping(when it cannot be removed so one is taugh skills to live with)
How do psychological tests impact life according to the text?
They qualify individuals for advancement in education and jobs
Fill in the blank: The main objective of psychological testing is to identify _______.
[individual differences]
What are some variables that psychological tests can assess?
- Reactions to environments and stimuli
- Cognitive abilities and strategies
- Behavior in life situations
- Intellectual capacities
- Emotional and personality types
True or False: Psychometrics provides a scientific approach to psychology.
True
