Intelligence Testing
Monday, July 17th, 2006Definition of IntelligenceThere are many possible definitions of intelligence. There iscognitive or intellectual intelligence, relating to the mind.There is also emotional intelligence, how well an individual adaptsto his environment in an emotional sense, communication skills etc.
Basic ability to survive is an important form of intelligence,as is longevity. Other forms of intelligence at the individual level,are […]
Types Of Psychological Tests
Sunday, July 16th, 2006Psychological tests can be grouped into several broad categories. Personality tests measure personal qualities, sometimes referred to as traits. Achievement tests measure what a person has learned. Aptitude tests are designed to predict future behaviour, such as success in school or job performance. Intelligence tests measure verbal and/or nonverbal skills related […]
Development Of Psychological Testing
Sunday, July 16th, 2006Psychological testing and assessment has its origins in an interest in individual differences, which led to the development of specific tests for educational placement and psychological characteristics.
Individual Differences Sir Francis Galton(1822-1911) maintained a lifelong interest in individual differences in abilities. His convictions about the origins of individual differences were apparently influenced by ideas about […]
Psychological Assessment
Saturday, July 15th, 2006Psychological assessment is a process designed to measure characteristics of individuals or groups. Assessment procedures involve gathering samples of resposnes or behaviours for description of present characteristics and/or prediction of future ones. The most common type of assessment is psychological testing; other techniques include observation, interview, and rating.
Psychological tests aren’t magic. They assess […]
