Principles of Assessment Flashcards
What is the definition of Assessment?
Per Sattler (2001) - a systematic process of arriving at an understanding of the individual’s strength and limitations to make informed decisions about the individual.
What are the ethics for use of instruments?
APA, 2002
Use assessment techniques that are deemed appropriate per the research for the population being tested
Adequate psychometric properties (or justification) is required
What are the ethics for assessment informed consent?
APA, 2002
Use reasonably understandable language
If court ordered clarify the procedures and limits to confidentiality
If not legally capable a guardian is required
What are the ethics for releasing test data?
APA, 2002
Don’t have to release raw test data
Release of information is required (unless relationship precludes it)
If mandated by law a release is not required
What are the ethics of interpreting assessment results?
APA, 2002
Take into account the purpose of the assessment and personal characteristics of the individual
This includes language, culture, test taking ability, etc.
What are the ethics of explaining assessment results?
APA, 2002
Feedback is required (unless the nature of the relationship precludes it)
Citation for definition of assessment
Sattler, 2001
