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Modeling Eye Movements During Decision Making
Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Function

Peering into Decision Making: Exploration of Modeling Eye Movements

The study by Wedel, Pieters, and van der Lans (2023) reviews advancements in modeling eye movements to understand decision-making processes. Eye tracking offers valuable insights into perceptual and cognitive mechanisms, making it a powerful tool for studying how individuals evaluate and make decisions. Background Eye movement studies have been instrumental …

Sequential Generalized Likelihood Ratio Tests for Item Monitoring
Technological Advances in Psychology

Sequential Generalized Likelihood Ratio Tests for Item Monitoring

Hyeon-Ah Kang’s 2023 article in Psychometrika introduces innovative methods for monitoring item parameters in psychometric testing. With the growing prevalence of online assessments, the stability and reliability of test items are paramount. This research focuses on sequential generalized likelihood ratio tests, a technique designed to track and evaluate shifts in …

Computerized Adaptive Testing: Exploring Enhanced Techniques
Technological Advances in Psychology

Computerized Adaptive Testing: Exploring Enhanced Techniques

Anselmi, Robusto, and Cristante (2023) propose a novel approach to improving Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) by integrating unidimensional test batteries. This method aims to enhance both the accuracy and efficiency of ability estimation by dynamically updating prior estimates with each test response. Background Computerized Adaptive Testing has been a widely …

Reliability and Validity of the Jouve-Cerebrals Test of Induction
Psychological Measurement and Testing

Explore the validity and reliability of the JCTI, and its strong correlations with SAT Math and RIST scores.

The Jouve-Cerebrals Test of Induction (JCTI) is a cognitive assessment tool designed to measure inductive reasoning. This study, conducted with 2,306 participants, evaluates the JCTI’s reliability and its concurrent validity through comparisons with other well-known assessments. Results indicate that the JCTI is a dependable measure with strong potential for use …

Assessing the Jouve-Cerebrals Crystallized Educational Scale (JCCES)
Psychological Measurement and Testing

Assessing the Reliability of JCCES in Measuring Crystallized Cognitive Skills

The Jouve-Cerebrals Crystallized Educational Scale (JCCES) has been thoroughly evaluated for its reliability and consistency. This large-scale study, involving 1,079 examinees, utilized both Classical Test Theory (CTT) and Item Response Theory (IRT) methods to analyze the scale’s performance and internal structure. Background The JCCES was developed to measure crystallized cognitive …

Assessing Nonverbal Intelligence
Psychological Measurement and Testing

Assessing Nonverbal Intelligence: Insights from the JCFS

The Jouve-Cerebrals Figurative Sequences (JCFS) is a self-administered test designed to measure nonverbal cognitive abilities, focusing on pattern recognition and problem-solving. This post outlines the psychometric evaluation of the JCFS, emphasizing its reliability and practical applications while acknowledging areas for future development. Background The JCFS was developed to provide a …

Evaluating the Jouve-Cerebrals Word Similarities (JCWS) Test
Psychological Measurement and Testing

A Look at Verbal Abilities With The JCWS

The Jouve-Cerebrals Word Similarities (JCWS) test offers a detailed approach to assessing vocabulary and verbal reasoning abilities. This post examines the psychometric properties of the test, focusing on its reliability, validity, and potential applications in academic and clinical settings. Background The JCWS test builds on the foundation established by the …

Assessing Verbal Intelligence with the IAW Test
Psychological Measurement and Testing

Assessing Verbal Intelligence with the IAW Test

The I Am a Word (IAW) test represents a distinct method for assessing verbal abilities, offering an open-ended and untimed format designed to accommodate a diverse range of examinees. This approach promotes genuine responses while fostering inclusivity and engagement in testing environments. Background The IAW test emerged as a response …

Analyzing Trends in the Flynn Effect
Cognitive Abilities and Intelligence

Analyzing Trends in the Flynn Effect

The Flynn effect, which refers to the steady rise in intelligence test scores observed over decades, has been a subject of significant interest in psychological research. While this phenomenon has been extensively documented in European populations, fewer studies have explored its presence or reversal in the United States, especially among …

Evaluating the NIH Toolbox for Cognitive Change in Intellectual Disabilities
Psychological Measurement and Testing

Evaluating the NIH Toolbox for Cognitive Change in Intellectual Disabilities

Shields et al. (2023) examined the effectiveness of the National Institutes of Health Toolbox Cognition Battery (NIHTB-CB) in identifying cognitive development and changes in individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID). The study focused on groups with fragile X syndrome (FXS), Down syndrome (DS), and other forms of intellectual disability (OID), offering …