Differential norming


Differential norming is the process of adjusting the scores on a standardized test based on the race of the test takers. This involves administering an identical test to all participants but scoring the test differently according to race.[1] It is intended to correct for the test’s bias that favors Whites over minorities. If using differential norming, a minority test taker who has the same raw score as a White test taker would actually be ranked higher than the White individual. Differential norming, or race-norming, is unlawful as identified in the Civil Rights Act (1991)

References

  1. ↑ Miller, Leslie A., Lovler, Robert L., & McIntire, Sandra, A. (2013). Foundations of Psychological Testing, Sage Publications Inc.
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