PSYO 6102

This course addresses the theoretical and applied foundations of psychological measurement as it relates to child assessment. Historical, theoretical and psychometric issues are addressed to provide the students with a sound knowledge base in issues related to test development. The second part of the course emphasizes the development of skills in assessment of cognitive abilities, personality, behaviour and emotional function of children. Students learn to administer, score and interpret performance on a variety of assessment instruments for children. Report writing skills are developed through case studies.