Class Psychometry

This curricular unit aims to promote knowledge and skills in the field of psychometrics. The learning objectives aim to promote relevant and central theoretical-practical knowledge in this specific field, having been defined because they are important for students to continue their studies and be able, subsequently, to develop their professional activity. The syllabus will be taught using a variety of methodologies, aiming to promote the acquisition of theoretical knowledge and the necessary practical training.

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PC1: Introduction to Psychometrics 1.1 Definition, characterization, conceptual developments and application areas 1.2 The theory of measurement 1.3 Type of psychological tests PC2: Test theory 2.1 Construction, translation and adaptation of psychological tests 2.2 Study of the psychometric qualities of the tests 2.2.1 Analysis and selection of items 2.2.2 Validation of psychological tests 2.2.3 Normalization of psychological test results PC3: Administration, quotation and interpretation of psychological tests 3.1 Selection of tests 3.2 Requirements, conditions and technical-scientific skills of administration of psychological tests 3.3 Clearance and interpretation of psychometric test results PC4: Psychometrics and ethical-deontological considerations in psychological assessment. Considerations related to: 4.1 Specifics of the targets and application contexts 4.2 Age and level of development 4.3 Physical and / or mental conditions 4.4 In exceptional contexts

Methodologies: oral exposition, interactive dialogue, small group activities, peer feedback and teacher. The proposed and described teaching methodologies integrate a set of pedagogical innovation practices based on evidence, and adjusted to the objectives and contents of the curricular unit.

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