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How is standardization applied in AP exams?
AP exams use uniform testing procedures and grading for all students.
Give an example of an achievement test.
A final exam in a history class.
Give an example of an aptitude test.
The SAT or ACT, used to predict college success.
How can understanding stereotype threat help educators?
Educators can create supportive environments to minimize the impact of stereotype threat on student performance.
How is the WAIS used in clinical settings?
To assess cognitive strengths and weaknesses in adults, aiding in diagnosis and treatment planning.
How can the concept of 'grit' be applied to improve academic performance?
Encouraging students to develop passion and perseverance for long-term goals can improve academic outcomes.
How is the normal curve used to interpret IQ scores?
The normal curve helps to understand the distribution of IQ scores and identify individuals with extremely low or high intelligence.
How can understanding test reliability help in choosing a psychological assessment tool?
By selecting tests with high reliability, psychologists can ensure that the results are consistent and dependable.
How can understanding test validity help in interpreting psychological research?
By ensuring that tests are valid, researchers can draw accurate conclusions about the constructs they are studying.
How is the concept of mental age used in educational settings?
To tailor instruction and support to meet the intellectual needs of students.
Define standardization in testing.
Uniform testing procedures and grading for all test takers.
What is reliability in psychological testing?
The consistency of a test's results over multiple administrations.
Define validity in psychological testing.
The extent to which a test measures what it is intended to measure.
What is an achievement test?
A test that measures what you have already learned.
What is an aptitude test?
A test designed to predict your future performance or success.
Define mental age.
The age at which a person functions intellectually.
What is IQ (Intelligence Quotient)?
A score intended to represent a person's intellectual abilities, originally calculated as (mental age/chronological age) x 100.
Define grit.
Passion and determination to pursue long-term goals.
What is stereotype threat?
The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's group, leading to impaired performance.
Define intellectual disability.
Significantly below-average intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior.
What is the effect of low test-retest reliability?
Inconsistent scores upon repeated testing, making the test results untrustworthy.
How does stereotype threat affect test scores?
It can cause anxiety and self-doubt, leading to lower scores than a person's actual ability.
What is the effect of high test validity?
Accurate measurement of the intended construct, ensuring the test is meaningful and useful.
What is the impact of intellectual disability on daily life?
Struggles with learning, problem-solving, communication, and everyday skills.
What is the effect of standardization on test fairness?
Ensures that all test takers are evaluated under the same conditions, promoting fairness.
What causes stereotype threat?
Awareness of negative stereotypes about one's group.
What is the effect of high IQ?
Giftedness and exceptional talents.
What is the effect of low IQ (below 70)?
Often indicates an intellectual disability.
What is the effect of high grit?
Increased likelihood of achieving long-term goals.
What is the effect of low grit?
Decreased likelihood of achieving long-term goals.