Thoughts from a Contrarian Generalist -On Teaching, Mentorship, and Evidence-Based Assessment (1 CE)

Abstract

In this presentation I discuss the importance of utilizing an evidence-based framework for psychological assessment and test score integration in clinical and research settings. I outline key elements of multimethod assessment, emphasizing the need for the assessor to attend to test score divergences as well as convergences to obtain a more complete understanding of the person. I describe a process-focused approach to test score validation that helps overcome some limitations of traditional validation methods in laboratory and field settings. Beyond these empirical advances, I argue that 21^st century personality assessment can benefit from a shift in emphasis: Greater attention to pedagogy and classroom teaching are crucial for strengthening our discipline, and I discuss my experiences in these areas during the past 40 years. I am grateful to everyone who helped me along the way, and especially to my mentors who saw potential in me that I did not see, and my students, who have helped me to become a better teacher, and better person.

Speaker

Robert Bornstein | Adelphi University

Goals & Objectives

1. Describe key elements of multimethod personality assessment
2. Utilize a process-focused framework for psychological test score validation
3. Discuss the importance of pedagogy and classroom teaching in strengthening 21st century personality assessment