Practical Psychometrics

Practical Psychometrics by Benjamin J. Lovett is a clear, hands-on guide that brings the science of measurement to everyday practice. Whether you’re building an assessment, evaluating employee selection tools, or interpreting clinical screening scores, this book captures attention with readable explanations and immediately usable techniques.

Inside, Lovett breaks down complex concepts—reliability, validity, item response theory, classical test theory, scale development, and factor analysis—into practical steps. Real-world examples and worked problems illuminate test construction, score interpretation, and psychometric evaluation, helping readers turn statistical ideas into actionable decisions. Emphasis on transparent reporting, ethical testing practices, and cross-cultural considerations makes the text ideal for contemporary, globally minded work.

Designed for psychologists, educators, HR professionals, program evaluators, and graduate students, this book builds confidence. You’ll learn how to design better instruments, diagnose measurement problems, and present psychometric evidence that stakeholders understand and trust. The tone is professional yet approachable—technical where necessary, plainspoken where it matters.

Perfect for professionals across the US, UK, Europe and international settings seeking practical, evidence-based guidance, Practical Psychometrics equips you to improve assessment quality and make defensible measurement choices. Add this essential reference to your library and elevate your work with psychometric methods that deliver clearer, fairer, and more reliable results.

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