Complete a 4-5 page test review on an assessment instrument designed to measure cognitive abilities, achievement, or intelligence. The following provides an outline of a test review:
This must be on different for the one that you selected for your Discussion Question responses. Information for the test review can be found in various ways, including the test publisher’s website, journal articles from research search engines (ProQuest, Psych. Info, etc.), and articles or presentations found online. The recommended readings for this week include resources that might be useful in finding test information. The textbook also has some information on the various types of instruments. Be sure to cite all sources appropriately and include a title and references page. The paper should be in APA format.
Content CriteriaTotal: 6 Points
General features of test are listed – includes title, author, publisher, date published, age ranges, demographics, and time required.
Description of test is provided – includes what test attempts to measure, who test is intended to be used with, and other special characteristics of test.
Psychometric properties are listed – includes reliability, validity, normative data, and scores.
Discussion of items is provided – includes overview of focus, administration, test items, and scoring.
Issues/concerns are described – includes ethic, legal, or other issues, and identifies any correlates to the ability tested.
Summary is provided –includes strengths, weaknesses, and general evaluation of test.
Writing and Organization CriteriaTotal: 2 Points
The central theme/purpose of the paper is clear.
The structure is clear, logical, and easy to follow.
The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.
The thoughts are clear and include appropriate beginning, development, and conclusion.
Paragraph transitions are present, logical, and maintain the flow throughout the paper.
Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.
Sentences are well constructed, with consistently strong, varied sentences.
Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.
Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.
The paper uses words and language that are inclusive, clear, and unambiguous.
Spelling is correct.
Research CriteriaTotal: 2 Points
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