PSY 202 – Test & Measurement

The course introduces psychological tests and discusses various issues pertaining to them. Also, it aims at promoting practical training for students.

Course Content;

Introduction

Historical background of psychological testing

Attributes of an accepted psychological test: Standarzation and Norms

Field based practicums and evaluation; Discussion and Interpretation

Recommended Readings:-

1. Anestesi, A. 1976. Psychological Testing. (4^th Ed) New York, Macmillan Publishing Co.
2. Carlson, N.R. 1984. Psychology- The Science of Behaviour. Longdon, Allyn and Bacon, Inc., 1984, Chapter 13.
3. Gleitman, H. 1991. Psychology. (4^th Ed) new York, W.W. Norton and Company.
4. Lyle, E.B. & Esktrand B.R. 1973. Psychology – It’s Principles and Meanings. California, The Dryden Press.
5. Meyer, M.E. 1979. Foundation of Contemporary Psychology: New York, Oxford University Press, Chapters 3&18