Bochum matrix test
The Bochumer Matrizentest (BOMAT) is a speech-free intelligence test that was developed on the basis of the classical test theory . The intellectual performance is systematically recorded with the help of matrix tasks. It is important to correctly supplement the empty field of a 5 × 3 matrix with one of six specified alternatives.
There are three different versions of the BOMAT:
All three forms are “power-speed” tests. Within the processing time ("speed aspect"), a limited number of items should be answered as correctly as possible ("power aspect"). The BOMAT was also published in the Czech Republic, Italy and Denmark.
BOMAT - advanced
The BOMAT –advanced is a performance test that differentiates between the target group of university students and graduates with regard to intellectual performance. It is also suitable for identifying high potentials . The procedure consists of 40 items, which should be worked on within 80 minutes. There are 10 tasks to practice and familiarize yourself with the logic of the procedure. The BOMAT –advanced can also be used to test larger groups. Using the two existing parallel forms A and B prevents the test subjects from being copied.
The procedure is characterized by a high level of reliability ( internal consistency for form A = .91 and for form B = .90). The validity of the procedure, more precisely the external validity , was also checked. There are statistically significant correlations with the Abitur grade (for both forms =.-38). It should be noted that the negative correlation is an expression of the opposing polarity of the Abitur grade and the BOMAT point value. As a measure of internal validity, the relationship between BOMAT -advanced and the number-connection test by Oswald and Roth was examined. The result is a meaningful relationship of .56 for form A and .51 for form B.
For the BOMAT -advanced are standards in the form of Sten values , percentile ranks and deciles before.
BOMAT –advanced – short version
It is a short version of the BOMAT –advanced, which consists of 29 test items. The gross processing time of the procedure is 60 minutes and results from a 15-minute instruction by the test leader and the 45-minute net processing time. The instruction is supported by 10 exercises including a written solution.
The performance test can be processed as a paper-pencil version as well as in the computer-aided Hogrefe test system . In addition to the two parallel versions A and B, there are also versions C and D in the Hogrefe test system. The standardization is based on a sample of 668 test subjects, all of whom belonged to the target group of the procedure.
In addition to the aspect of measurement accuracy, the validity of a method is of crucial importance. The values of the number-connection test by Oswald and Roth were used as the criterion of internal validity. The correlation between the BOMAT –advanced – short version and the ZVT is .58 for Form A and .51 for Form B. There is a correlation of -.33 for Form A and - between the short version of the BOMAT –advanced - and the Abitur grade. 35 for form B.
A comparison of the BOMAT with the dimensions of an assessment center revealed significant correlations with the facets “presentation”, “analytical skills”, “reasoning” and “planning and organization”. There were also high correlations with regard to “fluidity” and “diversity”, measured with a test on productive thinking. As with the BOMAT -advanced are Sten values , percentile ranks and deciles before to classify an individual test result.
BOMAT standard
The BOMAT standard was specially designed for use by pupils of all types of school. The process can thus be used when selecting trainees. After completing an exercise book, you have 30 minutes to solve the test items. Overall, the test can be carried out within one school hour. The procedure was standardized on a sample of over 3000 pupils from all types of schools.
The BOMAT standard has an internal consistency of .79 (version A) or .82 (version B), the retest reliability is .76 (version A) or .79 (version B). The construct validity was determined with the help of the ZVT , the CFT and the SPM . The correlation of the procedures is between .39 and .64.
literature
- R. Hossiep , M. Hasella: BOMAT Standard - Bochumer Matrizentest Standard . Göttingen 2010, Hogrefe.
- R. Hossiep, M. Hasella, D. Turck: BOMAT -advanced-short (Danish edition) . Copenhagen 2001, Dansk Psykologisk.
- R. Hossiep, D. Turck, M. Hasella: BOMAT -advanced - Bochumsky maticovy test (Czech edition) . Praha 2002, test center.
- R. Hossiep, D. Turck, M. Hasella: Test delle Matrici di Bochum (BOMAT) - Forma breve - A (Italian edition). Firenze 2003, Centro studi OS
- W. Sarges , H. Wottawa: Handbook of economic psychological test procedures . Lengerich 2004, Pabst.
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ a b M.A. Wirtz, MA (ed.): Dorsch (Lexikon der Psychologie, 16th ed., Huber, Bern 2013).
- ↑ BOMAT-advanced: Bochumský maticový test
- ↑ BOMAT: Test delle Matrici di Bochum - Forma breve - A
- ↑ BOMAT: Matricetest til vurdering af IQ / intelligens
- ^ R. Hossiep , D. Turck, M. Hasella: BOMAT - advanced - Bochumer Matrizentest . Göttingen 1999, Hogrefe.
- ↑ a b W. D. Oswald, E. Roth: The number connection test (ZVT). A speech-free intelligence test to measure “cognitive performance speed” . Manual (2nd, revised and expanded edition), Göttingen1987, Hogrefe.
- ↑ a b R.Hossiep, M. hasella, D. Turck: BOMAT -advanced-short version - Bochum Matrices . Göttingen 2001, Hogrefe.
- ↑ a b R. Hossiep , M. Hasella: BOMAT Standard - Bochumer Matrizentest Standard . Göttingen 2010, Hogrefe.