Psychometrics - I

Paper Code: 
PSY 511
Credits: 
03
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives (COs):

This course will enable the students to –

 

  1. To train students in various psychological assessment techniques.
  2. To impart skills necessary for selecting and applying different tests for different purposes such as evaluation, training, rehabilitation etc.

Course Outcomes (COs):

 

Learning Outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

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PSY 511

 

 

 

 

 

 

Psychometrics - I

The students will be able to –

CO79: Understand the basic principles and need of psychological measurement.

CO80: Develop an understanding of functions of tests as well as test construction and standardization.

CO81: Demonstrate an understanding of ethical and legal issues involved in psychological testing.

CO82: Acquiring knowledge to effectively understand the psychometric strengths and weaknesses of tests.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Demonstration, Team teaching

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Simulation, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks, Field practical

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

9.00
Unit I: 
The Need of Psychological Measurement and Testing
  • The Origin of Psychological Measurement and Testing
9.00
Unit II: 
Psychological Tests:
  • Definition and Functions of a Test
  • Current Uses of Psychological Tests
  • Kinds of Tests
  • Characteristics of a Good Test
  • Steps of Test Construction
9.00
Unit III: 
Problems in Test Administration:
  • Professional Ethics
  • Controlling The Use of Psychological Tests
  • Problems of Rapport and Administration
9.00
Unit IV: 
Test Construction:
  • Theory of Measurement of Error
  • Classical Theory
  • Drafting and Compilation of Test Items
  • Item Analysis
  • Item Response Theory

 

Unit V: 
Establishing The Characteristics of a Good Test
  • Reliability and Validity - Types, Factors and Methods
Essential Readings: 
  • Anastasi, A. (1979).Fields of Applied Psychology. New York: McGraw Hill (International Ed.).
  • Cronbach, L. (1970). Essentials of Psychological Testing. Tokyo: Harper International Edition.
  • Freeman (1963). F.S. Theory and Practice of Psychological Testing. New Delhi: Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.
  • Guilford, J.P. (1943). Psychometric Methods. New York: McGraw Hill Book Co. Inc.
References: 
  • N. K. Chaddha, (1996). Theory and Practice of Psychometry. New Delhi: New Age International Ltd. Publishers.
  • Singh, A.K., (2011). Test Measurements and Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences. New Delhi: Bharti Bhawan Publishers.
  • Ciminero, A.R. (1986). Handbook of Behavioral Assessment. New York: John Wiley.
  • Gulliksen, H. (1950). The Theory of Mental Test. New York: John Wiley and Sons.
  • Nunnally, J.C. (1967). Psychometric Theory. New York: McGraw Hill Publication.
  • Kline, P. (1975). Psychological Testing. London: Malabay.
  • Murphy, K.R. & Davidshofer, C.O. (1994). Psychological Testing: Principles and Applications. New Jersey: Prentice Hall.
Academic Year: 
2021-22
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