Identifying the best tests for your thesis or research project can be challenging. There may be many tests available, each for different purposes and populations, and each of different levels of quality.
One place to start is by exploring tests that are widely used and have been peer-reviewed by other researchers. Below are some steps and resources.
NOTE: These sources do NOT provide copies of tests. Instead, they give you basic information such as the test name, purpose, population, scoring system, validity, price, and publisher.
You can identify additional tests using these resources. Note, however, that reliability/validity information and the full text of the test may not be freely available for every item.
Finding the best tests and measurements for your project can be challenging. As you work through the steps above, here are some general tips: