PSY 303 (31) Principles of Psychological Testing

PSY 303 (31) Principles of Psychological Testing

25% – Research paper (Integrative Assignment) and Presentation

Students will explore the empirical literature and assigned readings to write a final 15-18 pages well synthesized paper on “Test review and Critique”. The Test Review/Critique contains six sections, including references. Information to be presented in each section is presented in the student guidelines for integrative assignment below. All references must be scholarly and cited. APA format must be used. Prepare a 15-20 minutes presentation using PowerPoint slides to cover the items listed on the guidelines. Upload your paper on Moodle.

Student Guidelines for Integrative Assignment

TEST REVIEW AND CRITIQUE

Due Date: November 23, 2020.
Format of Test Critique
* Word-processed, double-spaced, and stapled.
* Approximately 15-18 pages.
* American Psychological Association (APA) writing style for headings, citations and references
* You are allowed to use up to four direct quotes, correctly cited.
Directions:
I was assigned with California Verbal Learning Test, 2nd Ed (CVLT-2

After you have selected (or been assigned) a particular test to review/critique, identify the resources you will use to complete the assignment. Your instructor will provide information about where he/she would like you to obtain information about the test.
Structure and Content of Test Critique
The Test Review/Critique contains six sections, including references. Information to be presented in each section is presented below.
I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Titleofthetest(includingeditionandform, Ifapplicable)
2. Author(s)
3. Publisheranddate(s)ofpublication
4. Cost(booklets,answersheets,othertestmaterials,availablescoringservices)
5. Availability of online version

1. TEST DESCRIPTION
2. TestContent

1. construct(s), domain(s) or variable(s) the test measures
2. unidimensionality or multidimensionality of construct
3. theoretical and/or empirical foundations of the test

1. Purpose of Test

1. purpose and potential uses of test
2. whom the test is designed for

1. TestStructure

1. length of test/number of items
2. subscales (if applicable)
3. item format

1. TestAdministration

1. administration procedures
2. necessary administrator qualifications and/or training
3. special testing conditions that must be considered
4. online administration (if applicable)

1. Test Scoring

1. type of scoring or scaling
2. scoring procedures (including availability of scoring keys and scoring services,

if any)

1. subscale, factor or dimension scores (if applicable)
2. online scoring (if applicable)

III. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

1. Standardization/Normative Sample

1. size and demographics of standardization sample
2. procedures followed in obtaining sample
3. adequacy of standardization sample
4. adequacy of norms provided (e.g., availability of subgroup norms, if applicable)

1. Reliability
   1. evidence of reliability (e.g., test-retest, internal consistency)
2. adequacy of reliability evidence to support potential uses of the test
3. Validity

1. evidence of validity (e.g., content-, criterion-, construct-related)
2. adequacy of validity evidence to support potential uses of the test

1. PRACTICAL EVALUATION
2. Quality of Test Materials
3. quality of writing in test materials (including appropriateness of reading level) 2. quality of graphic design and presentation in test materials
   3. other aspects of materials quality (e.g., durability, attractiveness, etc.)
4. Ease of Administration, Scoring and Interpretation

1. clarity and comprehensiveness of instructions, directions or guidance

provided

1. amount of time and resources needed to administer, score and interpret test
2. other practical aspects of administration, scoring and interpretation

V: SUMMARY EVALUATION AND CRITIQUE

1. Strengths and Weaknesses of the Test B. Recommendations

1. for uses of the test
2. for revisions or updates
3. for further study of the test

1. REFERENCES