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Urbina, Susana,

Essentials of psychological testing [electronic resource] / - Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, c2004. - 1 online resource (x, 326 pages) : illustration ; - Essentials of behavioral science series .

Includes bibliographical references (pages 307-318) and index.

Introduction to psychological tests and their uses -- Essential statistics for testing -- Essentials of test score interpretation -- Essentials of reliability -- Essentials of validity -- Essential test item considerations -- Essentials of test use

"Starting with a basic introduction to psychological tests, their historical development, and their uses, Essentials of Psychological Testing also covers the statistical procedures most frequently used in testing, the frames of reference for score interpretation, reliability, validity, and test item considerations, as well as guidelines for test selection, administration, scoring, and reporting test results. Whether as an orientation for those new to the field, a refresher for those already acquainted with it, or as a reference for seasoned clinicians, Essentials of Psychological Testing is an invaluable resource on the fundamentals of this evolving area of practice."--Jacket

ISBN: 0471419788

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Psychological tests.
Psychometrics.

Dewey Class. No.: 150.287