Critical Analysis of Psychological Testing
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After reading chapter 4 of the book Psychological Testing and Evaluation, by Ronald
Cohen and Mark Swerdlik will write a one-page critical analysis.
Every day questions arise in the world regarding the use of tests, when they are answered.
They manage to impact people's lives, there are traits that allow identifying the differences.
of each individual and states, which help to distinguish one person from another, but with less
duration. A direct observation is made to obtain samples of behaviors in
just as if pencil and paper tests are applied.
When measuring a psychological trait in the search for sensations, it is obtained through a
structured EBS scale, which allows identifying the high or low level of trait. The traits
psychological traits and states can be quantified and measured, that is, a trait or state that is
The measure should be qualified based on the author's definition of the trait being evaluated.
Behavior is related to the test that predicts behavior; there are tests that are filled out.
with pencil and paper and others on a computer, the tests and other measurement techniques have
strengths and weaknesses, that is why it is important for the evaluator to know the tests, to whom
apply it and know how to interpret it. The evaluation process may be subject to sources of error.
as persistent assumptions besides what is intended to be measured.
Each test that is applied must be free of biases with instruments designed with the
principles of the manual, to benefit society, we can say that if there were no evidence
Teachers, administrators, among other professionals would not be able to measure difficulties.
educational and other problems that can arise in society.
A good test includes clear instructions for its application, scoring, and interpretation.
Reliability is essential and is related to the consistency of a tool.
measurement