PSY 410: Chapter 1 Psychological testing and Assessment
technical quality of a test or other tool of assessment.
4 The term psychometric soundness refers to the general psychiatric health of an assessee. mental status of an individual during assessment. technical quality of a test or other tool of assessment. competence of a defendant to stand trial.
extended scoring report
A(n) _____ includes statistical analyses of a testtaker's performance. Multiple choice question. integrative report extended scoring report simple scoring report consultative report
ecological momentary assessment (EMA)
The "in the moment" evaluation of specific problems and related cognitive and behavioral variables at the exact time and place that they occur
psychological assessment
The gathering and integration of psychology-related data for the purpose of making a psychological evaluation that is accomplished through the use of various tools, specially designed apparatuses, and measurement procedures is known as
Scoring
The process of assigning evaluative codes or statements to performance on tests, tasks, interviews, or other behavior samples
psychometric soundness
The technical quality of a test or other tool of assessment
3 years
The Mental Measurements Yearbook is currently updated about every two years. three years. four years. five years.
retrospective assessment.
**1 The use of evaluative tools to draw conclusions about psychological aspects of a person as those aspects existed at some point in time in the past is called retroactive assessment remote assessment. reactive assessment. retrospective assessment.
both remote assessment and ecological momentary assessment are correct.
2 As presented in the textbook, smartphones may be retooled for purposes of remote assessment. ecological momentary assessment. both remote assessment and ecological momentary assessment are correct. None of the answers is correct.
may be one component of the process of assessment.
5 Psychological testing is typically lengthier than assessment. may be one component of the process of assessment. is characteristically broader in scope than assessment. tends to be less accurate than assessment.
the science of psychological measurement.
6 Psychometrics may BEST be defined as the science of test development. the science of psychological measurement. the study and use of correlational techniques. the study of psychic phenomena.
20,000
7 According to the American Psychological Association (APA) as cited in your textbook, about how many tests are developed each year? 1,000 15,000 20,000 95,000
observe the test taker's test-taking behavior.
8 As compared to one-on-one and face-to-face assessments, a disadvantage of CAPA is that it typically deprives the assessor of the opportunity to make certain that test forms are kept secure. observe the test taker's test-taking behavior. conduct a post-test interview with the test taker. tailor the test's content to the responses.
.assess work productivity.
9 As distinguished from other settings, psychological tests are used in counseling settings to obtain an estimate of occupational aptitude .assess work productivity. assist assessees with life choices. assist assessors with differential diagnosis.
psychological test
A _____ almost always involves analysis of a sample of behavior. Multiple choice question. psychological test neurological assessment case study quality of life evaluation
role-play test
A _____ is a tool of assessment wherein assessees are directed to act as if they were in a particular situation. Multiple choice question. role-play test locator test psychometric test problem-solving test
therapeutic psychological assessment
A collaborative approach wherein discovery of therapeutic insights about oneself are encouraged and actively promoted by the assessor throughout the assessment process
integrative
A doctor examining a patient uses all the previous medication records, apart from the current diagnosis, to build his or her test report. In this case, the report is referred to as a(n) _____ report. Multiple choice question. preliminary integrative extended scoring simple scoring
is often used as a diagnostic aid in various settings
A feature of behavioral observation is that it _____. Multiple choice question. has proven to be irrelevant to the process of designing therapeutic intervention can only be conducted in settings in which the behavior is typically expected to occur cannot be used to identify personnel who best demonstrate the abilities required to perform a particular task or job is often used as a diagnostic aid in various settings
interpretive report
A formal or official computer-generated account of test performance presented in both numeric and narrative form and including an explanation of the findings; the three varieties of interpretive report are descriptive, screening, and consultative; contrast with scoring report and integrative report
interview
A method of gathering information through direct communication involving reciprocal exchange is known as a(n)_____________
collaborative psychological assessment
A process of assessment wherein the assessor and assessee work as "partners" from initial contact through final feedback
psychometrist
A professional in testing and assessment who typically holds a master's degree in psychology or education and is qualified to administer specific tests; contrast with psychometrician
an interview
A psychologist gathers information from patients with specific learning disabilities through direct communication with them that involves reciprocal exchange. This scenario is an example of _____. Multiple choice question. a paper-and-pencil test nonparticipant observation an interview biofeedback
psychological autopsy
A reconstruction of a deceased individual's psychological profile on the basis of archival records, artifacts, and interviews with the assessee while living or with people who knew the deceased
diagnostic tests
A school teacher determines the degree of educational intervention required for students through tests designed to assess their areas of deficit. In this scenario, the teacher is using _____. Multiple choice question. diagnostic tests role-play tests locator tests achievement tests
Motivational interviewing
A therapeutic dialogue that combines person-centered listening skills such as openness and empathy with the use of cognitionaltering techniques designed to positively affect motivation and effect therapeutic change
diagnostic test
A tool used to make a diagnosis, usually to identify areas of deficit to be targeted for intervention
consultative report
A type of interpretive report designed to provide expert and detailed analysis of test data that mimics the work of an expert consultant
informal evaluation
A typically nonsystematic, relatively brief, and "off the- record" assessment leading to the formation of an opinion or attitude, conducted by any person in any way for any reason, in an unofficial context and not subject to the same ethics or standards as evaluation by a professional; contrast with formal evaluation
interpretive report
A(n) _____ includes numerical or narrative explanatory statements in the report. Multiple choice question. preliminary report simple scoring report interpretive report extended scoring report
simple scoring report
A(n) _____ is a mere listing of a score or scores. Multiple choice question. consultative report extended scoring report integrative report simple scoring report
consultative report
A(n) _____ is at the high end of interpretive reports. Multiple choice question. simple scoring report integrative report extended scoring report consultative report
consultative report
A(n) _____ is usually written in language appropriate for communication between assessment professionals and may provide expert opinion concerning analysis of the data. Multiple choice question. integrative report extended scoring report consultative report simple scoring report
integrative
A(n) _____ report will employ previously collected data (such as medication records or behavioral observation data) into a test report. Multiple choice question. simple scoring integrative preliminary extended scoring
role play
Acting an improvised or partially improvised part in a simulated situation is known as _______ _________
dynamic assessment
An interactive approach to psychological assessment that usually follows a model of (1) evaluation, (2) intervention of some sort, and (3) evaluation
distinguishing the nature of something
Diagnosis refers to a conclusion that is typically reached through a process of _____. Multiple choice question. distinguishing the nature of something general consensus acceptance of alternative inferences inclusion of multiple outcomes
achievement test
Evaluation of accomplishment or the degree of learning that has taken place, usually with regard to an academic area
It can shed light on an individual's past and current adjustment during a clinical evaluation.
Identify a true statement about case history data. Multiple choice question. It can shed light on an individual's past and current adjustment during a clinical evaluation. It is of negligible value in neuropsychological evaluations. Case history data cannot be used to make judgments concerning future class placements of students. School psychologists cannot rely on case history data for insight into a student's current academic or behavioral standing.
Unlike psychological assessment, psychological testing focuses on obtaining some gauge regarding an ability or attribute.
Identify a true statement about the differences between psychological testing and psychological assessment. Multiple choice question. Unlike psychological assessment, psychological testing focuses on obtaining some gauge regarding an ability or attribute. Unlike in psychological assessment, psychological testing results in many sources of data designed to shed light on a referral question. Unlike psychological assessment, psychological testing focuses on how an individual processes. Unlike psychological assessment, psychological testing is highly dependent on the tester.
focuses on how an individual processes
In contrast to psychological testing, psychological assessment _____. Multiple choice question. can be conducted by an assessor who lacks skill in evaluation can be conducted individually or in groups focuses on how an individual processes focuses simply on the results of individual processing
focuses on how an individual processes
In contrast to psychological testing, psychological assessment _____. Multiple choice question. can be conducted individually or in groups can be conducted by an assessor who lacks skill in evaluation focuses on how an individual processes focuses simply on the results of individual processing
behavior sample
In the context of a psychological test, the _____ can be elicited by the stimulus of the test itself, or it can occur naturally. Multiple choice question. test score behavior sample assessment criteria test format
central processing
In the context of computers serving as test administrators, scoring conducted at some central location is known as _____. Multiple choice question. central processing core testing core processing central testing
local processing
In the context of contemporary assessment, scoring tests on-site is referred to as _____. Multiple choice question. local processing control processing central processing batch processing
portfolio
Jake, a freelance author, maintains a file containing his published works and writing samples in order to get more work. This file is referred to as his _____. Multiple choice question. case history consultative report portfolio interpretive report
behavioral observation
Monitoring the actions of others or oneself by visual or electronic means while recording quantitative and/or qualitative information regarding those actions is known as _____. Multiple choice question. process monitoring behavioral observation supervision trend monitoring
psychological test
Multiple Choice Question Irene, a psychologist, needs to obtain a sample of behavior of a certain section of the population. She decides to use different devices and procedures to obtain a series of test scores that are measures of various psychology-related variables. This scenario is an example of a(n) _____. Multiple choice question. psychological test psychological autopsy integrative assessment locator test
One of the means by which test-related data can be sent to and returned from a central processing facility is by _____. Multiple choice question. mail telegraphy teleporting physical attendance
teleprocessing
Processing at a central location in which test-related data may be sent to and returned from the central facility by means of phone lines is known as _____. Multiple choice question. telecommunication telegraphy teleporting teleprocessing
Case history data
Records, transcripts, and other accounts in any media that preserve archival information, official and informal accounts, and other data and items relevant to an assessee
case history
Records, transcripts, and other accounts in written, pictorial, or other form that preserve archival information, official and informal accounts, and other data and items relevant to an assessee refer to the _________ _________data of an assessee.
Educational assessment
Refers to the use of tests and other tools to evaluate abilities and skills relevant to success or failure in a school or preschool context
psychological testing
The process of measuring psychology-related variables by means of devices or procedures designed to obtain a sample of behavior is known as _____. Multiple choice question. experience-sampling informal evaluation psychological testing psychological assessment
psychological testing
The process of measuring psychology-related variables by means of devices or procedures designed to obtain a sample of behavior is known as _____. Multiple choice question. psychological assessment informal evaluation experience-sampling psychological testing
psychometrics
The science of psychological measurement (synonymous with the antiquated term psychometry)
format
The term _____ can refer to the structure of evaluative tools and processes, such as the guidelines for creating a comprehensive work sample. Multiple choice question. format cut score protocol portfolio
score
The term _____ is defined as a code or summary statement, usually but not necessarily numerical in nature, that reflects an evaluation of performance on a test, task, interview, or some other sample of behavior. Multiple choice question. format portfolio score protocol
psychological test
The term _____ refers to a device or procedure designed to measure variables like intelligence, personality, aptitude, interests, attitudes, values, and other variables related to psychology. Multiple choice question. psychological test integrative assessment psychometric evaluation psychological autopsy
psychological test
The term _____ refers to a device or procedure designed to measure variables like intelligence, personality, aptitude, interests, attitudes, values, and other variables related to psychology. Multiple choice question. psychological test psychometric evaluation integrative assessment psychological autopsy
true
True or false: Some interpretive reports contain relatively little interpretation and simply call attention to certain high, low, or unusual scores that need to be focused on. True false question.TrueFalse
psychological assessment
When conducting psychological evaluations of his students, Derrick, a university professor, uses tests, interviews, case studies, and behavioral observation to gather and integrate the psychology-related data. This scenario is an illustration of a _____. Multiple choice question. normative investigation psychological test psychological assessment guided search
porfolio
Work products, whether retained on paper, canvas, film, video, audio, or some other medium, constitute a(n) __________
CAPA
_____ stands for Computer-assisted psychological assessment
psychological assessment
_______ _______ is the gathering and integration of psychology-related data for the purpose of making a psychological evaluation that is accomplished through the use of tools such as tests, interviews, case studies, behavioral observation, and specially designed apparatuses and measurement procedures.
psychological testing
________ ________ is the process of measuring psychological-related variables by means of devices or procedures designed to obtain a sample of behavior.
cut score
a reference point (usually numerical) derived as a result of judgment and used to divide a set of data into two or more classifications, with some action to be taken or some inference to be made on the basis of these classifications
