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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychometrics

Background:

  • Tests are crucial measurement instruments in psychology for professional and research data collection.
  • Rigorous test development is essential for obtaining reliable psychological data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize fundamental aspects of test development into a ten-step process.
  • To guide the creation of objective and psychometrically sound measurement tools.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review of specialized psychometric literature was conducted.
  • Previous works by the authors on test development were updated and integrated.

Main Results:

  • Ten distinct steps for objective test development are proposed.
  • These steps include defining the framework, variable, specifications, item development, editing, pilot studies, instrument selection, administration, and finalization.

Conclusions:

  • Adherence to the ten proposed steps facilitates the development of objective tests.
  • The process ensures that tests possess adequate psychometric properties supported by empirical evidence.