Psychological Testing Concepts

What is a measurement device or technique used to quantify behavior or aid in the understanding and prediction of behavior?

• Psychological Test

• Behavioral Assessment

• Clinical Interview

What are the characteristics of psychological tests?

• Objective

• Standardized

• Reliable

• Valid

What are the types of psychological tests according to the number of test takers?

• Individual

• Group

What is the purpose of an achievement test?

• Measures previous learning

• Measures potential for acquiring specific skill

• Measures intelligence

What is the difference between assessment and testing?

• Assessment is broader

• Testing yields scores

• Assessment is individualized

What are the major processes that make up a psychological assessment?

• Conducting a clinical interview

• Choosing a battery of tests

• Writing a psychological assessment report