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Appropriate for undergraduate/graduate courses in psychological testing, tests and measurements, and test construction. This classic, authoritative introduction to psychological testing is widely hailed for its broad coverage and ability to cover "graduate school" topics in terms that college freshmen can understand. It familiarizes students with the basics of test construction and prepares them to effectively evaluate different tests, choose tests for particular purposes and individual examines, and interpret scores properly. Salient Features Includes simple explanations of some widely used current testing concepts and procedures, e.g.: Computerized adaptive testing. Meta-analysis. Structural equation modeling. The use of confidence intervals in place of statistical significance. Cross-cultural testing. The application of factor analysis to the development and use of both ability and personality tests. A study guide written by Susana Urbina is also available with this text. New to This Edition NEW—Includes simple explanations of some widely used current testing concepts and procedures, e.g.: Computerized adaptive testing. Meta-analysis. Structural equation modeling. The use of confidence intervals in place of statistical significance. Cross-cultural testing. The application of factor analysis to the development and use of both ability and personality tests. A study guide written by Susana Urbina is also available with this text.