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Testing
Process of measuring psychology-related variables using devices or procedures to obtain a sample of behavior.
Assessment
Gathering and integration of psychological data to make evaluations through tests, interviews, and observations.
Collaborative Psychological Assessment
A partnership between the assessor and the assessee during the assessment process.
Therapeutic Psychological Assessment
Assessment process that encourages therapeutic self-discovery.
Dynamic Assessment
A cycle of evaluation, intervention, and re-evaluation.
Test
Measurement device or technique used to quantify behavior or aid in understanding and predicting behavior.
Individual Test
A type of test administered to one person at a time.
Group Test
A type of test administered to multiple individuals simultaneously.
Ability Test
Measures speed, accuracy, or both in performing tasks.
Achievement Test
Measures previous learning and checks existing knowledge.
Aptitude Test
Measures potential for learning or acquiring a specific skill.
Intelligence Test
Assesses potential to solve problems and adapt to changing circumstances.
Personality Test
Evaluates typical behavior, traits, temperaments, and dispositions.
Structured Personality Test
Objective type test usually requiring self-report and alternative responses.
Projective Personality Test
Test with ambiguous stimuli or responses to assess personality.
Item
Specific stimulus to which a person responds and can be scored or evaluated.
Psychological Test
Set of items designed to measure human characteristics related to behavior.
Content
Subject matter of a test, influenced by the developers' theoretical orientation.
Format
Structure and layout of test items.
Administration
The process of conducting a test, which may require specific tasks or trained observation.
Scoring and Interpretation
The process of evaluating test responses, which can vary in complexity.
Cut Score
A numerical reference point used to classify data, such as pass or fail.
Technical Quality
The psychometric soundness of a test, indicating its consistency and accuracy.
Test Developer
Individual or group that creates tests for research or modification purposes.
Test User
Professionals who administer psychological tests, guided by established standards.
Test Taker
Individual subject to assessment, who may experience various variables affecting performance.
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