Overview

This unit introduces the history, principles, and processes of test development. It covers concepts of test reliability and validity and some quantitative methods used to determine psychometric properties of tests. The unit involves a practical focus on the role of psychological testing in various settings including clinical practices, educational settings, … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-DE-ONLINE
S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Daniel Bennett
Dr Vanlal Thanzami

Unit Coordinator(s)

Mr Jake Hoskin
Dr Vanlal Thanzami

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Explain the theoretical and conceptual basis of quantitative methods in psychological sciences, and apply these principles to psychological testing and assessment.

2.

Apply practical and theoretical knowledge of the scale development and psychometric evaluation processes including  the principles of test reliability and validity and the quantitative methods used to evaluate reliability and validity.

3.

Critically evaluate a range of factors that influence the development and delivery of psychometric instruments that are considered by psychologists when selecting assessment tools.

4.

Apply the diverse applications of psychological tests and assessments to a range of psychologically relevant careers.

5.

Identify and describe the psychological tests designed to measure intelligence.

Assessment

1 - Lab report (Part 1) (900 words)
2 - Lab report (Part 2) (2,100 words)
3 - Weekly online tests (10 x 10 mins)
4 - End-of-semester exam (100 mins)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Lectures
Tutorials

Workload requirements

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