Psychological Testing: Principles, Applications, and Issues

Psychological Testing: Principles, Applications, and Issues is a comprehensive guide to understanding the fundamentals of psychological testing, its applications in various settings, and the controversies that arise from these applications.

This book provides a thorough explanation of how psychological tests are constructed and used, both in professional settings and everyday lives.

The author, Robert M.

Kaplan, is a renowned expert in the field with extensive experience in clinical, educational, industrial, and legal settings. The book covers the core concepts that affect the evaluation of all tests, as well as the major types of psychological tests and present-day issues affecting testing such as stereotype threat, bias, laws, and ethics.

The text includes real-life case studies and test profiles to illustrate how psychological testing is used and reported, as well as technical example boxes to help readers understand complex statistical concepts. Whether you are a student, researcher, or professional in the field of psychology, this book is an essential resource for understanding the principles and applications of psychological testing.

With its comprehensive coverage and practical examples, Psychological Testing: Principles, Applications, and Issues is sure to become your go-to guide for all things related to psychological testing.