CH1: Introduction

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.