PSY 605 - Applied Measurement Theory

Prerequisite

Admission to the Plan C graduate program in Applied Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Credit not allowed for both PSY 605 and PSY 600K.

Description

Applied Measurement Theory provides a broad grounding in classical test theory, as well as modern test theory including generalizability theory and item response theory. The course addresses reliability, validity, and utility as criteria for evaluating the quality of any psychological measurement tool.

This course can be applied towards:

• Industrial/Organizational Psychology (MAIOP)
• Psychological Measurement and Methodologies Certificate

Textbooks and Materials

The SPSS software is now available for home use. That means you can buy and install SPSS on your home computer. This is available for faculty and students. You can purchase the license for $45.00 at the RamTech store. This software can be used, but is not required - for this course.

Instructors

Christa Palmer (Kiersch)
cepalmer@rams.colostate.edu

Christa received a M.S. degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Colorado State University and is currently working towards a doctorate degree in this same field. Christa has taught courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in psychological measurement, statistics, research methods, and organizational development. Her research interests are broad, and include a current focus on leadership, organizational fairness, employee well-being, and psychometrics. As an independent consultant, she collaborates with local organizations to develop and validate employee surveys and aid in organizational change initiatives.