Psychometric Test Critique
Write a 2,200 word report assignment requires you to produce a critical evaluation of any psychometric measure such as the EPQ, MBTI, 16PF, HPI, OPQ etc., and relate it to its usefulness for selection and assessment. Your report will focus on the following key aspects below. Use Harvard referencing only!
DESCRIPTION: A full description of the test giving examples where appropriate.
DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN: How was the test developed? Is it commercially produced? Or was it developed in house? See the test manual, or you may need to conduct research within your organisation to establish how a test/procedure was developed.
AVAILABILITY AND ACCESS: How can the test be obtained? Are there restrictions on its availability? Who can use it? What especial skills and training are required? Does the tester need to be registered/qualified/BPS or CIPD?
TARGET GROUP: For which target group has the procedure been designed? Is it a normative measurement? Is it for group selection?
USES: Discuss how the test can be used for occupational selection or assessment. What are
its principle uses? Is it generalizable? It is cost effective.
STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES: Discuss strengths, and any weakness of the test.
INFORMATION: Comment on the quality of technical data available (reliability, validity)
9.SUPPORTING RESEARCH: Discuss any relevant research conducted on the test
10. Your report will be in 12 font Ariel, 1.5 spacing, single sided with appendices. It will
include:
An Executive Summary
A brief introduction
Description of measure used
Discussion –ves and +ves, validity and reliability
Analysis
Conclusion
Recommendations
For both assignments pay attention to Presentation and edit before submitting
