Derek C.Briggs
Historical and Conceptual Foundations of Measurement in the Human Sciences: Credos and Controversies
Historical and Conceptual Foundations of Measurement in the Human Sciences: Credos and Controversies
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The book explores the measurement of nonphysical attributes that define human beings, including abilities, personalities, attitudes, dispositions, and values, and introduces the origins of educational and psychological scaling, mental testing, classical test theory, factor analysis, and diagnostic classification. It is intended for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in educational measurement and psychometrics.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 358 pages
Publication date: 16 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The study of measurement in the human sciences delves into the assessment and measurement of nonphysical attributes that constitute the essence of human beings, encompassing a wide range of characteristics such as abilities, personalities, attitudes, dispositions, and values. The notion that human attributes can be quantified remains a subject of debate, as do the ideas and innovations of six historical figures who played pivotal roles in shaping the field: Gustav Fechner, Francis Galton, Alfred Binet, Charles Spearman, Louis Thurstone, and S. S. Stevens. This comprehensive book spans 10 rich and detailed chapters, providing readers with an in-depth exploration of the origins of educational and psychological scaling, mental testing, classical test theory, factor analysis, and diagnostic classification. It also addresses various controversies that have arisen throughout the history of measurement, including the quantity objection, the role of measurement in promoting eugenics, theories of intelligence, the measurement of attitudes, and more. By delving into these topics, the book aims to enhance the understanding of graduate students, researchers, and professionals engaged in the field of educational measurement and psychometrics, fostering a deeper appreciation for both the challenges and the opportunities that measurement presents in quantitative research.
Weight: 546g
Dimension: 152 x 226 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367225230
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