Psychological Testing and Assessment, 3rd Edition

Psychological Testing and Assessment is a comprehensive introduction to theory, research and best practice for psychological testing and assessment. The text examines the principles and practice of psychological testing and assessment within an Australian context, provides varied examples, discusses local issues and addresses the Australian Psychological Society’s Code of Ethics.This book covers the latest in theory and research and provides students with a practical and accessible guide to the dynamic and evolving field of psychological assessment.NEW TO THIS EDITIONA wider representation of current tests recommended by the Psychology Board of AustraliaNew case examples illustrate impacts, controversies and legal cases showing real world application of theory and followed by discussion questions to help students test their understanding of key issuesGlossary margin notes include include key terms from the beginning of the chapter bolded in the text alongside a margin note definition to assist learning of key professional terms.More content added on: Utility, controversies, issues, criticisms of bias in testingCross cultural assessment and diverse populationsAcquiescenceFuture of testing

David Shum is a Professor and Dean (Research) in the Health Group, Griffith UniversityProfessor, Dean (Research) and a member of the Menzies Health Institute of Queensland in the Health Group at Griffith University. John OGorman is an Adjunct Professor in the Health Group at Griffith University. Peter Creed is a Professor in the School of Applied Psychology and a member of the Menzies Health Institute Queensland at Griffith University. Brett Myors is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the School of Applied Psychology at Griffith University.

Psychological Testing and Assessment is a comprehensive introduction to theory, research and best practice for psychological testing and assessment. The text examines the principles and practice of psychological testing and assessment within an Australian context, provides varied examples, discusses local issues and addresses the Australian Psychological Society's Code of Ethics.This book covers the latest in theory and research and provides students with a practical and accessible guide to the dynamic and evolving field of psychological assessment.NEW TO THIS EDITIONA wider representation of current tests recommended by the Psychology Board of AustraliaNew case examples illustrate impacts, controversies and legal cases showing real world application of theory and followed by discussion questions to help students test their understanding of key issuesGlossary margin notes include include key terms from the beginning of the chapter bolded in the text alongside a margin note definition to assist learning of key professional terms.More content added on: Utility, controversies, issues, criticisms of bias in testingCross cultural assessment and diverse populationsAcquiescenceFuture of testing

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