Educational Testing - a Competence-Based Approach

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"James Boyle and Stephen Fisher have done an excellent job in providing a single text for those seeking the BPS's Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (Level A). In addition to covering the knowledge requirements for the qualification, the book also reprints the full BPS information pack relating to the qualification (Appendix 1) and includes information about how competence is assessed (Appendix 2). These are very useful additions for those undergoing training as they provide them with a clear view of what they will be expected to know and do if they are to be regarded as competent and how that knowledge and skills will be assessed . The book contains a number of other useful appendices. In short, this provides not only an accessible and comprehensive source text for the Certificate, but also a useful reference set of materials. " Dave Bartram, Chair of the BPS Steering Committee on Test Standards. 'This is a very significant text in psychological and educational testing. It provides a very clear guide to the Certificate of Competencies in Educational Testing (British Psychological Society, Level A). It will be invaluable to those seeking the Level A Certificate or those who just want to gain more insight into educational testing.' Katherine Fingleton, National Association of Principal Educational Psychologists "This comprehensive book provides excellent coverage of the knowledge underpinning competence in educational testing. It will be a useful resource for professionals working in education who are looking for a key reference to support the development of good practice in test administration, scoring and interpretation. Its accessible style and structure means that this book will be an indispensable manual for anyone undertaking the British Psychological Society's Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing." Dr Sandra Dunsmuir, University College London "This book fills a major gap for those wishing easy access to information required by the BPS's CCET (Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing) Level A, or those simply wishing to update their knowledge. The emphasis on qualitative and ethical issues (as well as quantitative scores) are strong points. This book is a thorough, valuable and accessible reference for all those involved in educational testing." Irvine S. Gersch, University of East London "Educational Testing: A Competence-Based Approach is clear and concise, offering just what those who use tests in educational settings need to understand ... Boyle and Fisher clearly took the time to plan well, and they included just what is necessary to adequately understand, select, administer, and interpret tests for use in educational settings. I highly recommend that all those who do so add this little volume to their collection of useful references." PsycCRITIQUES, American Psychological Association