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Find Research Instruments (Psychology/Education)

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Most research instruments are protected by copyright and not freely available. Some tests also require specific training to use. This makes it difficult to find research instruments you can use for course projects.

We recommend finding a test you can use rather than trying to find a copy and get permission for a known test, when possible.

Online

  • Try searching a search engine for the name of the test. You may find a copy of the test online.
  • You must obtain permission for educational use from the copyright owner to use any tests you find online.
  • ETS TestLink Database: follow the instructions below the search: “To Search for a Downloadable Test”

Databases

CINAHL Complete

  • In the search box, type a few words for the topic of your research study (ex. depression), but do not hit the search button yet.
  • Scroll down until you see the publication type box and choose Research Instrument. Click the search button.

ERIC

  • In the search box, type a few words for the topic of your research study (ex. dyslexia), but do not hit the search button yet.
  • Scroll down until you see the document type box. Choose Tests/Questionnaires. Click the search button.

PsychINFO

  • On the advanced search page you will find a box labeled Tests and Measures below the main search box.
  • Type in your topic and click search.

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