Key concepts and principles concerning psychological testing, the historical development of psychological testing and their functions, widely used psychological tests, methodological principles concerning psychological testing, and testing ethics are among the topics to be covered in this class. In addition, testing as a key component of data collection in professional psychological counseling will also be addressed. Test types like educational, vocational, placement and psychological evaluations are standard tools that are used in making decisions regarding people’s lives. Students have a professional and ethical obligation to acquire a deep understanding of these issues. The historical foundations of testing, techniques associated with test development, the standardization process, validity, reliability and prediction are among the topics to be covered.
- Teacher: Nisa ALIS