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SAGE 800.818.7243 OR 805.499.9774 6 A.M. TO 5 P.M. PT FAX: 805.375.5291 64 TEXTBOOKS PSychometricS: An Introduction Second edition R. Michael Furr, Wake Forest University • Verne R. Bacharach, Appalachian State University This text offers a conceptual understanding of psychometric issues, such as validity and reliability, and focuses on purpose rather than procedure—the "why" rather than the "how to." By emphasizing concepts over mathematical proofs and by focusing on practical signifi cance, this book assists students in appreciating not just how measurement problems can be addressed, but why it is important to address them. The Second Edition has been thoroughly revised to improve the clarity and accessibility of key concepts and to increase the depth of discussions. Many new tables and fi gures have been added, and the references have been signifi cantly updated and expanded. An entirely new chapter (Chapter 12: Confi rmatory Factor Analysis) focusing on the use of CFA to evaluate measurement models, including in-depth discussion of the logic and interpretation of the process has also been added. NEw AND KEy fEATurES • Enhanced emphasis on the practical implications of key psychometric concepts. • In-depth discussion of analyses of the SAT, to illustrated empirical evaluation validity and test bias. • Signifi cantly expanded coverage of Exploratory Factor Analysis, Item Response Theory, and Generalizabli- ity Theory. • New chapter on Confi rmatory Factor Analysis. • Updated and greatly expanded references, enhancing the depth and relevance of the material. • Presents information in a clear, easy-to-read, conversational style: The authors introduce concepts in a way that is accessible to nonpro- fessionals without sacrifi cing the scholarly integrity of the material. • Highlights practical applications: Intended to enhance readers' appreciation of the importance of psychometrics, the book provides examples that will resonate with students. • Offers an up-to-date treatment of topics in psychometrics: The book offers readers the most contempo- rary views of topics in psychomet- rics available in the nontechnical psychometric literature. • Introduces statistical procedures in the context of their use: The authors integrate statistics with a discus- sion of their use as tools to solve particular psychometric problems, encouraging a more complete understanding of both. • Addresses basic psychometric ap- proaches in depth, and addresses a range of advanced psychometric approaches at an accessible intro- ductory level. CONTENTS 1. Psychometrics and the Importance of Psychological Measurement / PART I. BASIC CONCEPTS IN MEASUREMENT / 2. Scaling / 3. Individual Differences and Correlations / 4. Test Dimensionality and Factor Analysis / PART II. RELIABILITY / 5. Reliability: Conceptual Basis / 6. Empirical Estimates of Reliability / 7. The Importance of Reliability / PART III. VALIDITY / 8. Validity: Conceptual Basis / 9. Estimating and Evaluating Convergent and Discriminant Validity Evidence / PART IV. THREATS TO PSYCHOMETRIC QUALITY / 10. Response Biases / 11. Test Bias / PART V. ADVANCED PSYCHOMETRIC APPROACHES / 12. Confi rmatory Factor Analysis / 13. Generalizability Theory / 14. Item Response Theory and Rasch Models hArdcover ISbn: 978-1-4522-5680-1 • ©2014 • 472 PAgeS • an IntroductIon to PSychologIcAl ASSeSSment And PSychometricS Second edition Keith Coaley, Chartered Occupational and Clinical Psychologist, Private Practice Keith Coaley outlines the key ingredients of psychological assessment, providing case studies to illustrate their application, making it an ideal textbook for courses on psychometrics or psychological assessment. An introduction to psychological Assessment and psychometrics, Second Edition is essential reading for anyone studying psychometrics and psychological assessment in psychology, education and business studies. CONTENTS Introduction: Individual Differences and Psychometrics / The Essential Tools of Psychological Measurement / The Basic Components – Scales and Items / How Assessment Measures are Made / Statistics for Psychological Measurement / The Essential Characteristics of Psychological Measurement / The Importance of Reliability / The Signifi cance of Validity / Theories and Applications of Measurement Techniques / Theories and Measurement of Intellectual Ability / Theories and Measurement of Personality Characteristics / Alternative Perspectives: Theories and Measurement / Ethical and Professional Issues / Best Practice in Measurement / Practical Skills for Measurement of Individual Differences / How to Make a Test or Questionnaire PAPerbAck ISbn: 978-1-4462-6715-8 • APrIl 2014 • 392 PAgeS • NEW! pURCHase onLy Copies Books with this symbol are not available on a complimentary basis for adoption consideration. These books are for purchase only. Questions? (800) 818-7243 or sagepub.com