Psychological TestingThis classic, authoritative introduction to psychological testing is widely hailed for its broad coverage and its ability to cover "graduate school" topics in terms that one with little testing experience can understand. This book familiarizes the reader with the basics of test construction and prepares the reader to effectively evaluate different tests, choose tests for particular purposes and individual examines, and interpret scores properly. |
Contents
Nature and Use of Psychological Tests | 23 |
Social and Ethical Considerations in Testing | 48 |
Norms and the Interpretation of Test Scores | 71 |
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